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COBRAE Conference 2007
Benefits of Composites in Civil Engineering 29 - 30 March 2007 University of Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany |
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THEME: BENEFITS OF COMPOSITES IN CIVIL ENGINEERING Civil Structures and Composites Civil structures, including bridges, form a significant aspect of our daily lives. The use of highways has increased dramatically over the past decades, but often there has been chronic under investment, both in maintenance and upgrading facilities. The introduction of methods of renewal (including new construction) using high performance composite materials that are light and durable, present the opportunity for immense economic benefits, both in real terms and in intangibles. In real terms repairs could cost less and be conducted faster enabling savings when upgrading or maintaining existing infrastructure. New constructions using these technologies will have a significantly longer lifetime and technical issues related to weight, which have often restricted functionality would be resolved. The durability of composite decks for example would substantially reduce the overall maintenance costs. Composites are a technical and economic alternative Civil infrastructure is also an important aspect of the world economy and contracts worth billions of dollars are let annually on a global basis. Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) have greater strength capabilities and are less susceptible to environmental deterioration than steel. FRP composites do not deteriorate in the presence of road salts, which shorten the life of a conventional structure. Additionally, FRP has weight to strength ratios 50 times of that of concrete and 18 times of that of steel. Many of today's bridge structures are either structurally deficient or functionally obsolete. It would cost billions to eliminate these structural deficiencies. Composites to be further developed All of these structures will gradually have to be replaced and composites could play a significant role. It is conceivable that with the good attributes composites offer to the construction industry, they could have significant future impact. But high-risk composite systems or products are to be further developed if successfully to be applied. This COBRAE conference addresses the latest worldwide advancements of composite technology in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure and is the third already in a series of conferences organized by the COBRAE Alliance. Who are expected to come? This conference is aimed at bridge engineers, consultants, bridge owners and representatives of the Composite Industry. The following parties are invited to participate in this Conference: * Civil and Structural Engineering Consultants * Civil and Structural Engineers * Bridge Consultants * Bridge Engineers * Architectural Design Consultants * Bridge Architects * Public Infrastructure owners * National & local government officials * City- County- and State Engineers * Composite Materials Manufacturers * Composite specialists * Aluminium Bridge-deck manufacturers * Aluminium specialists * Research Laboratories * Researchers * University and Technical Colleges * Educators and Research Professors. COBRAE The Composites Bridge Alliance Europe (COBRAE) is an International Association of individuals and companies whose mission is to promote the research, development, standardisation and application of fibre reinforced polymer composites in rehabilitation, upgrade and new build bridge constructions and infrastructure applications. COBRAE publishes a quarterly digital newsletter for all interested persons. This newsletter contains news flashes, industry events, COBRAE Group news, etc. If you wish to receive this newsletter, please send e-mail with your contact details to the COBRAE Office, info@cobrae.org. The aim of COBRAE is to provide a platform for interaction between the bridge construction industry, the fibre reinforced polymer composites industry, research institutes and the owners of bridges and research/educational institutes, which can aid in the responsible use of fibre reinforced polymer composites in bridge construction. COBRAE Membership is open to individuals and companies with an interest in the use of composites in bridge constructions. There is no geographical restriction in terms of the Members Registered place of business. HOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS CONFERENCE? Register for this conference by filling out and returning the registration form (download) per post or fax to COBRAE in Leusden, the Netherlands. Fax +31 33 4343 501. After receipt of your pre-registration form you will receive a confirmation and invoice. The fee for participation to the conference is set per person for two days. This rate incu css to the conference, the welcome reception, 2 lunches, 1 country restaurant dinner, coffee breaks and a printed conference syllabus. Full Conference Fee: EURO 980,- Speakers fee (50% discount on full fee): EURO 490,- COBRAE Members are entitled to a 20% discount on the full fee. Students pay 25% of the full fee (EURO 245,-) Replacement of participants is possible at any time without additional charge. For more information contact the COBRAE office at +31 33 4343 500 or by e-mail: info@cobrae.org. ITKE  ITKE (Institut für Tragkonstruktionen und Konstruktives Entwerfen) is a dedicated Research and Development Institute, part of the Civil Engineering and Building Faculty at the University of Stuttgart. University of Stuttgart Keplerstrasse 11 D- 70174 Stuttgart Germany Tel: +49 711 6858 3281 Contact: Mr. Gerhard Meissner g.meissner@itke.uni-stuttgart.de http://www.itke.uni-stuttgart.de HOTEL INFORMATION A special room rate is available for conference delegates, when staying at the Maritim Hotel Stuttgart. Maritim Hotel Stuttgart Seidenstrasse 34 D- 70174 Stuttgart Germany Tel: +49 711 942 0 Fax: +49 711 942 1000 Special room price for delegates: Single room EURO 166,- Double room EURO 209,- (This price includes breakfast) To book a hotel room at the Maritim Hotel, please download the Hotel Booking Form here. The form must be sent to the hotel directly and a copy must be sent to our office. For more information on the hotel visit: www.maritim.de For information on 2 & 3 start hotels near the University of Stuttgart, please visit the website www.stuttgart-tourist.de then go to "Hotels" and in the field "City" choose "Stuttgart Center". CITY OF STUTTGART Stuttgart is the Capital City of Baden-Württemberg, which is located in the South of Germany. The timing of the conference is springtime and Stuttgart is known for its mild climate because it is situated in a "natural bowl ". The weather then can be very pleasant. This exciting city is just a few minutes away from a brand new international airport. In Stuttgart everything is that bit smaller, and with so many things to do, this simply means you have all the time for an unforgettable visit. SPONSORING OPPORTUNITES The following Sponsoring Opportunities are available: * Booking a Sponsor table-top at conference venue. Rental cost stand= Euro 550,- (excluding delegate) * A4 advertising page in the conference proceedings (full colour) * Company name and logo on the www.cobrae.org website * Conference bags or windbreakers Download the floor plan for the trade show stands here. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact the COBRAE office: info@cobrae.org or tel: +31 33- 4343 500. The Conference is sponsored by the following companies:  Hemming Information Services London, United Kingdom www.hgluk.com  Sika Services AG Zürich, Switzerland www.sika.com Institut für Tragkonstruktionen und Konstruktives Entwerfen Stuttgart, Germany www.itke.uni-stuttgart.de  Schöck Bauteille Baden-Baden, Germany www.schoeck.de PAPER SUBMISSION To submit a paper please send a 100 word abstract of your proposed paper + a personal resumé and your correct and full contact details to info@cobrae.org or send a fax to +31 33 4343 501. Full written papers must be submitted before February 16th, 2007 in Word format. Instructions for speakers (word doc. 75 K) All papers will be published in bookform. Accepted speakers are requested to present their papers within 20 minutes time. Please view the abstracts of submitted papers here. Deadlines Abstract submission 1 December 2006 Paper acceptance 20 December 2006 Programme available 02 February 2007 Paper submission 16 February 2007 |
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CONTACT COBRAE:
PO Box 18 3830 AA Leusden The Netherlands Tel: +31 33 4343 500 Fax: +31 33 4343 501 E-mail: info@cobrae.org |
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