Welcome to the 7th International Conference on Materials and Reliability (ICMR-2024), taking place from December 3 to 6, 2024, in the beautiful port city of Busan, Korea. This conference follows the series of previous conferences held in Busan, Korea (2011); Sichuan, China (2013); Jeju, Korea (2015); Chengdu, China (2017); Jeju, Korea (2019); and Yamaguchi, Japan (2022).
As we gather in this city, known for its dynamic cultures and breathtaking views, we are here to talk about the crucial role of materials and reliability in all mechanical engineering systems, such as power generation; renewable energy; biotechnology; defense technology; mobility; transportation; IT; semiconductors, and consumer electronics, etc. Today, materials and reliability technologies are actively integrating with AI, providing advanced reliability and safety management technologies like PHM (Prognostics and Health Management).
Our focus, ‘Materials and Reliability’ is more than just a topic; it’s the key elements of innovative engineering and the global market that ensure the functionality, safety, sustainability, and efficiency of mechanical systems in all industrial sectors. Thus, it is expected that this conference will make a significant contribution to supporting a more sustainable and technologically advanced future by sharing state-of-the-art achievements and technological innovations in materials and reliability.
Busan, with its beautiful beaches and busy streets, is not merely a place; it’s a source of inspiration, showing how nature and technology can work together.
I am confident that the insights and partnerships developed during this conference will lead us toward pioneering solutions and advancements and support young engineers and researchers. We also hope that many companies will support ICMR-2024 through exhibitions or sponsorships.
Thank you for joining us in Busan.
Sincerely,
Nam-Su Huh
Conference Chair