IDA Materials Summit 2024

Join the IDA Materials Summit, hosted by IDA Materials and IDA Polymer, to learn about the latest advances in materials science from various disciplines and applications.  

This event will feature talks from international experts on topics such as sports technology, space materials, fusion reactors, Li-ion batteries, sustainable materials, electronic waste, and hyperspectral imaging.  

If you think that that sounds like a broad range of topics, then this is exactly the intention. New ideas and solutions to challenges are often inspired by methods applied in completely other topics. This will be the mantra of the event, where we will embrace the diverse world of materials science, by seeking inspiration from the latest developments in a broad range of applications, ranging from materials in extremely challenging environments to recycling and upcycling. 

Language of the event is English 

The IDA Materials summit is a platform for cross-disciplinary learning and collaboration that will spark your imagination and creativity. By attending the summit, you will: 

• Explore the cutting-edge research and applications of materials science and engineering in fields such as biotechnology, energy, aerospace, and electronics. 
• Engage with diverse perspectives and approaches from experts and peers in different domains and sectors. 
• Build new connections and partnerships with potential collaborators and supporters. 
• Access exclusive resources and opportunities for career development and advancement. 

Don't miss this chance to join the IDA Materials community and be part of the future of materials science and engineering. Register now and secure your spot at the summit. 

The IDA Materials summit is targeted at industry professionals, researchers, students, educators, and policymakers who are interested in the latest developments and innovations in materials science and engineering. Whether you are looking for new sources of inspiration, collaborations, funding opportunities, or insights from leading experts, this summit is for you. 

08:50 Welcome and introduction, Daniel Minzari, Chairman of IDA Materials technology 

09:00 "Materials for Space Applications", Antonius de Rooij, Retired head of Materials and processing section of ESA/ESTEC and founder of spacematdb.com 

09:45 Draft title: "Thermal expansion of stainless steel, printed on Airbus’ METAL3D printer at the international space station, ISS", Christian Bang Stolze, DTU Space

10:15 Break 

10:45 "Material challenges in future fusion reactors", Wolfgang Pantleon, DTU Construct 

11:15 "Material degradation of Li-ion batteries", Dorthe Ravnsbæk, Ravnsbæk group  

11:45 "Materials Challenges for Molten Salt Nuclear Reactors", Simon Claramonte, Seaborg Technologies 

12:15 Seated lunch at IDA Restaurant  

13:30 “Olympic Athletes are hunting margins”, Andreas Top Adler, Performance Engineer, Team Danmark 

14:15 “Carbon fiber structures for the James Webb telescope", Niels Christian Jessen, DTU Space 

14:45 Break 

15:15 "Object classification and qualification in production and recycling using hyperspectral imaging", Christian Felsheim, Headwall Photonics 

15:45 "Recovery of materials from solar cells and rare earth metals from end-of-life electronics", Torben Tang, IPU  

16:15 "Substitution of plastics by sustainable alternatives", Erik Haastrup, Positive Plastics  

16:45 "Recycling of Li-ion batteries" Dorthe Ravnsbæk, Ravnsbæk group  

17:15 Drinks and networking