9th International Conference
MATAR 2012
Machine Tools, Automation, Robotics and Technology

12th–14th September 2012
Prague, Czech Republic

The conference focuses on

• Design, modeling, optimization and identification of machine tool and robot structures, new machine tool and robot configurations;
• Spindle modeling, testing and diagnostics;
• Feed drive modeling and optimization, control systems, control strategies and mechatronics;
• Machining dynamics and process optimization, chatter avoidance;
• Thermal behavior of machine tools;
• High precision machining and high precision machines;
• Micromachining and micro manipulation;
• Cutting process simulation and virtual machining;
• CAD/CAM systems and strategies for high productivity;
• Cutting tools, cutting processes, abrasive processes, cutting conditions and their optimization;
• Unconventional processes and manufacturing machines (EDM, laser cutting), hybrid manufacturing processes;
• Monitoring of technological processes, intelligent machines and intelligent manufacturing;
• Machining of difficult-to-cut materials (titanium alloys, nickel alloys, stainless steel, hard materials) and non-metallic materials (composites, ceramics);
• Environmental aspects of the design and operation of machine tools;
• Industrial case studies related to the above mentioned topics.

MATAR 2012 PROGRAMME