IRC '03 held in Nuremberg.IRC (Internet Relay Chat) Computer conferencing on the Internet. There are hundreds of IRC channels on numerous subjects that are hosted on IRC servers around the world. After joining a channel, your messages are broadcast to everyone listening to that channel. '03, International Rubber Conference and Trade Exhibition, sponsored by Deutsche Kautschuk-Gesellschaft e.V., was held June 30-July 1 in Nuremberg, Germany. In addition to a technical program featuring 13 symposia and 114 technical presentations, a technical exhibition featured 155 exhibitors, posters were presented and educational symposia were held. The symposium on "Rubber in biological and medical applications" featured the following technical presentations: "Biological test systems for testing of elastomeric materials," H.-P. Schmauder, Forschungszentrum fur Medizintechnik und Biotechnologie e.V.; "Evaluation of aging processes of silicone breast implants," B. Pfleiderer, D. Flassbeck and A. Birkefeld, Institut fur Klinische Radiologie; and "Containing plasters-tubes, implants in base of elastomeric," W. Schunk, Institut fur Arbeitsmedizin Thuringen. The symposium on "Rubber products in different systems" featured the following technical presentations: "Material--respectively hose development for air conditioning technology in the automotive industry," F. Jungrichter and A. Besche, ContiTech Schlauch GmbH; "Intelligent air spring systems," C. Behmenburg, Continental AG; and "Fuel cells: A challenge for new elastomers," S. Wagener, R. Bieringer and S. Geiss, Freudenberg FCCT FCCT Fédération Canadienne des Coopératives de Travail . The symposium on "Surface and interface phenomena" included the following technical presentations: "Theory of rubber friction and contact mechanics," B. Persson, Forschungszentrum Julich GmbH; "An environmentally friendly process for rubber-to-metal bonding," G. Boccaccio, Centre de Transfert de Technologie du Mans, and H. Alberts, Henkel KgaA; and "Friction measurement on road surfaces," H. Blume and B. Heimann, Mechatronik-Zentrum; M. Lindner, Institut fur Mechanik; and H. Volk, Continental AG. The symposium on "New types of polymers and blends" featured the following technical presentations: "Isobutylene Noun 1. isobutylene - used also in making gasoline components butene, butylene - any of three isomeric hydrocarbons C4H8; all used in making synthetic rubbers butyl - a hydrocarbon radical (C4H9) elastomer elastomer (ĭlăs`təmər), substance having to some extent the elastic properties of natural rubber. The term is sometimes used technically to distinguish synthetic rubbers and rubberlike plastics from natural rubber. compound optimization for winter tire tread applications," W.H. Waddell, D.F. Rouckhout and M. Steurs, ExxonMobil Chemical; "New advanced polyacrylic elastomers." Y. Morooka, M. Tanikawa, M. Naitou, M. Yokotani and H. Tanaka, Tohpe; "New vulcanization vulcanization (vŭl'kənəzā`shən), treatment of rubber to give it certain qualities, e.g., strength, elasticity, and resistance to solvents, and to render it impervious to moderate heat and cold. system of ACM (Association for Computing Machinery, New York, www.acm.org) A membership organization founded in 1947 dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences of information processing. In addition to awards and publications, ACM also maintains special interest groups (SIGs) in the computer field. ," K. Zeniya, Unimatec Ltd.; "A review of recent processes in the design and reactions of base-resistant fluoroelastomers," W.W. Schmiegel, DuPont Dow Elastomers; "New fluoroelastomers with improved low temperature performance." D. Bach, T. Peacock and J. Steffens, Dyneon GmbH; "New peroxide curable fluoroelastomer compositions with outstanding properties and processing characteristics," S. Bowers, DuPont Dow Elastomers" "Therban XT (HXNBR)--a newly developed high performance product," S. Gun, W. van Hellens, E.C. Campomizzi and L. Ferrari, Bayer; "Noble high performance cold flexibility HNBR HNBR Hydrogenated Acrylonitrile-Butadiene Rubber ," T. Kawanaka, H. Nomoto and M. Oyama, Zeon; and "Morphological studies of thermoplastic vulcanizates," S. Cook, J. Patel and K.M.E. Laurence, Tun TUN, measure. A vessel of wine or oil, containing four hogsheads. Abdul Razak Research Center. The symposium on "Chemicals and softening agents" featured the following technical presentations: "Structure-property relationship for plasticizers/ rubber compounds," H. Geisler and R.H. Schuster, DIK DIK Dokumentation Information Kultur (Nacka, Sweden) DIK Delta Iota Kappa e.V., and G. Scholz, Elastogran GmbH; "The influence of non-toxic extender oil on SBR SBR - Spectral Band Replication performance," I. Bowman, Polimeri Europa U.K. Ltd., and F. Tortoreto and M. Da Via, Polimeri Europa S.p.A.; "Improvement of dynamic properties of rubber parts through the use of Vulcuren, a new crosslinker," C. Moakes, Bayer AG; "Mechanistic view on network stabilization--some new thoughts," R. Datta and C. Pierre, Flexsys B.V.: "A new cure system for tetrafluoroethylene-propylene elastomer," Y. Kai, T. Miwa and M. Saito, Asahi Glass Ltd.; "A novel approach to reduce zinc oxide levels in robber compounds," G. Heideman and J.W.M. Noordermeer, University of Twente (body, education) University of Twente - A university in the east of The Netherlands for technical and social sciences. It was founded in 1961, making it one of the youngest universities in The Netherlands. , and B. van Baarle, TNO TNO Tamarindo, Costa Rica (Airport code) TNO Nederlandse Organisatie voor Toegepast Natuurwetenschappelijk Onderzoek TNO Trans-Neptunian Object TNO The New Order (paramilitary street gang) TNO Trust No One Industrial Technology; "Effect additives enable high value rubber applications," H. Herbst, Ciba Specialty Chemicals “Ciba” redirects here. For the pre-1971 company, see Novartis. Ciba Specialty Chemicals is a chemical company based in and near Basel, Switzerland. It was formed as the non-pharmaceuticals elements of Novartis were spun out in 1997, following the merger in the ; "A new class of antiozonants--improved protection for ozone by partial integration within the polymer matrix," R.H. Auerbach, J. Kelm, H.-J. Kretzschmar, D. Schulze and S. Weidnet, Bundesanstalt fur Materialforschung und -prufung; and "The ultimate way to NR mastication--good processing and good dynamics using a novel zinc-free additive," K.-H. Menting, J. Bertrand, M. Hensel and H. Umland, Schill & Seilacher Struktol AG. The symposium on "Technical rubber products" featured the following technical presentations: "Innovative engine mounting systems--solutions for high comfort vehicles," H.-J. Karkosch, ContiTech Vibration Control GmbH; "Foamed elastomers and polyurethanes in vibration control," J. Bocking, P. Gutenberger and P. Ryzko, Vibracoustic GmbH; "Evaluation of restoring force properties of seismic isolators used in bridges for ten years," C. Sudoh, Bridgestone; T. Nishi, University of Tokyo “Todai” redirects here. For the restaurant called Todai, see Todai (restaurant). The University of Tokyo (東京大学 ; Y. Isono, University of Technology --Nagaoka; K. Oosawa, Kawada Construction; and F. Yazaki, Yokohama Rubber; "Elastomer-based sealing materials against pressuring water," T. Mang, Fachhochschule Aachen; "Improved high pressure hoses for new requirements," T. Nagy, S. Antal and A. Boros, Phoenix Rubber Industrial Ltd.; and "Floor coverings from elastomers," G. Graab, Freudenberg Bausysteme KG. The symposium on "Reinforcing materials" included the following technical presentations: "Development of wire rod for high tensile steel cord," J.B. Wilkinson and J.H. Boddy, Corus Construction and Industrial; "Durability and lifetime improvement of car tires through steel cord choice," M. Basaran. N.V. Bekaert S.A.; and "Structure of brass layer on steel cord wire and its influence on the rubber-metal adhesion," R. Krone and D. Flong, Gustav Wolf Seil- und Drahtwerke GmbH. The symposium on "New testing methods" included the following technical presentations: "Modern test methods for unvulcanized robber materials," J.L. Leblanc, University P. & M. Curie Curie (kürē`), family of French scientists. Pierre Curie, 1859–1906, scientist, and his wife, Marie Sklodowska Curie, 1867–1934, chemist and physicist, b. ; "Unilateral NMR NMR: see magnetic resonance. : Principles and applications to quality control of elastomer products," B. Blumich, F. Casanova, S. Sharma and S. Anferova, ITMC ITMC Investment Trust Management Company ITMC International Transmission Maintenance Center (AT&T) ITMC Internet Traffic Management Center ITMC International Testing & Maintenance Centre (telecoms) , "Quality control with NMR: Selected examples and applications in the polymer industry," G. Guthausen, H. Todt and W. Burk, Bruker Optik GmbH, and A. Kamlowski, Bruker BioSpin GmbH; "Rubber flow analysis technique using anisotropic Refers to properties that differ based on the direction that is measured. For example, an anisotropic antenna is a directional antenna; the power level is not the same in all directions. Contrast with isotropic. magnetic particles," T. Ota, NOK NOK In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the Norwegian Krone. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. , and H. Yokoj, Tokyo University; "Low field NMR Low field NMR is a branch of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), that is also related to Earth's field NMR. in robber structure investigation," L. Grunin and M. Bruder, Intech Thuringen GmbH; B. Blumich, RWTH Aachen; and Y. Grunin, I. Nikolaev and I. Ivanov, Mari State Technical University; "Testing of filled elastomers under monomodal and bimodal bi·mod·al adj. 1. Having or exhibiting two contrasting modes or forms: "American supermarket shopping shows bimodal behavior sinusoidal sinusoidal /si·nus·oi·dal/ (si?nu-soi´dal) 1. located in a sinusoid or affecting the circulation in the region of a sinusoid. 2. shaped like or pertaining to a sine wave. excitation" V. Hartel, N. Kendziorra and J. Tschimmel, Continental AG: "Determination of gas permeability with new testing methods," J. Schaube, Gummiwerk Kraiburg GmbH; R.H. Schuster, DIK e.V.; and M.L. Hallensleben, Universitat Hannover; and "On the permeation and swelling of rubber and the effects on the resulting mechanical behavior of seals, analyzed by means of finite element method," M. Achenbach, Parker Hannifin. The symposium on "Tires" featured the following presentations: "Recent developments in tire elastomers," Y. Ozawa, N. Endo, K. Morita and D.F. Lawson, Bridgestone; "Polymer developments for tire applications," S. Mucke and R. Engehausen, Bayer AG; "Modeling of the tire dynamics: Toward high frequencies," M. Duvernier, L. Greverie and E. Dormegnie, Manufacture Francaise des Pneumatiques Michelin; "Intelligent wheel," H. Volk and S. Kluge (jargon) kluge - /klooj/, /kluhj/ (From German "klug" /kloog/ - clever and Scottish "kludge") 1. A Rube Goldberg (or Heath Robinson) device, whether in hardware or software. , Continental AG; "Acoustic spectrometer--innovative tool in rubber characterization" L. Nikiel, H. Yang and M. Gerspacher, Sid Richardson Carbon; "Application of NMR in the tire industry," V. Herrmann, K. Unseld and T. Bohner, Goodyear Dunlop Tires Germany GmbH; and "Modeling of robber friction and prediction of tire traction," S. Westermann, F. Petty, R. Boes, C. Kaes, J. Quintus and G. Thielen, Goodyear Technical Center. The symposium on "New systems of fillers" included the following technical presentations: "Carbon black: From the aggregate to the atom," A. Lapra and E. Custodero, Manufacture Francaise des Pneumatiques Michelin; "Reinforcing filler systems in rubber--a bright future," B. Schwaiger and W. Niedermeier, Degussa AG; "Enhancing AVS (Audio Video Coding Standard) A video compression technique developed by Chinese companies and supported by the Chinese government. Expected to provide better compression than MPEG-2, AVS was created to avoid paying royalties to the MPEG licensors, which are outside performance through a novel NR-filler composite," A. NIehaus, M. Meurs, M. Lucchi, T. Al and M.-J. Wang, Cabot; "Expansion coefficienct of rubber compound," M. Gerspacher, L. Nikiel and H. Yang, Sid Richardson Carbon; and "Elastomer reinforcement by precipitated silica," Y. Bomal, L. Ladouce-Stelandre, L. Guy and P. Cochet, Collonges au Mont d'Or; and "Reinforcement and filler networking in rubber/organoclay nanocomposites," W. Gronski and F. Schon, Institut fur Makromolekulare Chemie. The symposium on "Cost reduction by advanced raw materials, machinery and processing" included the following technical presentations: "Technological advances in tire manufacturers support," G. Nijman and K.T. Hettema, Vredestein Consulting BV; "Efficient use of the finite element method in the development of elastomer parts," R. Weib and M. Lumpp, Freudenberg Forschungsdienste KG; S. Graber, Vibracoustic Neuenburg GmbH; and E. Freitag, Merkel Freudenberg Fluidtechnic GmbH; and "Realtime quality monitoring by utilizing up-to-date production control and machine network concepts," C. Lhota, Maplan Maschihen und Technische Anlagen Planungsund Fertigungs GmbH. The symposium on "Advances in rubber processing," featured the following presentations: "Tandem mixing--an element of tomorrow's mixing strategies," J. Peter, Wien; "Quality management system--comprehensive approach for quality and production optimization for mixing line," S. Brassas and M. Sarbatova, MixCont AB/Trelleborg, and J.N. Priebe, Trelleborg Industri AB; "State-of-the-art and future aspects of rubber extrusion," A. Limper, ThyssenKrupp Elastomertechnik GmbH, and F. Rothemeyer, Isernhagen; "The extruder--a look in the black box," H.-J. Graf, J. Seward and S. Yu, Cooper Standard Automotive; "Continuous vulcanization of rubber hoses and rubber insulated cables in pressurized pres·sur·ize tr.v. pres·sur·ized, pres·sur·iz·ing, pres·sur·iz·es 1. To maintain normal air pressure in (an enclosure, as an aircraft or submarine). 2. steam tubes," H. Klein, Troester GmbH; "Machine concept screening for continuous mixing of robber compounds," J.N. Priebe, Trelleborg Industri AB, and K.-U. Kelting, Universitat Paderborn; "Quality assurance concept for the rubber mixing room," H. Keuter, ThyssenKrupp Elastomertechnik GmbH; and "Foaming of LSR 1. (networking) LSR - Label Switching Router. 2. (operating system) LSR - Local Shared Resources. in liquid injection molding by the injection of physical blowing agent," T. Hauser, H. Wehr and E. Haberstroh, Institut fur Kunststoffverarbeitung. The symposium on "Polymer physics and material models" included the following technical presentations: "Microscopic chain deformations in polymer networks," S. Westermann, Goodyear Technical Center; W. Pyckhout-Hintzen, M. Kreitscmann and D. Richter, Forschungszentrum Julich; and E. Straube, Universitat Halle; "Representation of the thermomechanical behavior of reinforced rubber in continuum mechanics," A. Lion, Espenau, and C. Kardelky, Institut fur Mechanik; "Computer simulations of polymer networks: Back to the basics," R. Everaers, MaxPlanck-Institut fur Physik Kimplexer Systeme; "Linear viscoelasticity Viscoelasticity, also known as anelasticity, is the study of materials that exhibit both viscous and elastic characteristics when undergoing deformation. Viscous materials, like honey, resist shear flow and strain linearly with time when a stress is applied. of SBR and BR melts," J. Meier, M. Kluppel and R.H. Schuster, DIK e.V.; "An equation of state describing the deformation behavior of filled and unfilled elastomers," D. Goritz, Universitat Regensburg; "Numerical modeling of reinforced elastomer hydraulic hoses," J. Eberhardsteiner and H. Rattensperger, Institut fur Festigkeitslehre, Wien, and W. Fidi, Semperit TP GmbH; "Role of zero-shear viscosity in numerical flow simulation of rubber compounds," J. Gogolin, ContiTech Holding GmbH; "Stress-softening under different types of deformation," E. Haberstroh and A. Grambow, Institut fur Kunststoffverarbeitung; and "Investigation of the dielectric properties of carbon black filled rubber compounds under dynamic conditions," N. Harris, L. Bradley and C. Edwards, Columbian Chemicals. Further information on IRC '03, as well as information on future International Rubber Conferences, is available from Deutsche Kautschuk-Gesellschaft e.V., tel: +49 69/79 36-154; fax: +49 69/79 36-155. |
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