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INNOVATIVE TOOLS AND TOPICS IN MANUFACTURING PROCESSES AND PRODUCTION SYSTEMS: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
Università degli Studi di Udine, Palazzo Garzolini di Toppo Wassermann
Via Gemona, 92 Udine
September 7-8, 2026
PURPOSE
The course aims to provide a state-of-the-art overview of the most innovative tools and topics in the field of production technologies and systems. The course will focus on the most current research methods and techniques, as well as research organization methods. A significant part of the course will be dedicated to the discussion of case studies that will provide an in-depth look at the topics covered.
WHO IS IT FOR
The course is intended primarily for academic research staff, doctoral students, research fellows, and young researchers in the scientific-disciplinary sector IIND-04/A (formerly ING-IND/16) or related fields, as well as industrial personnel actively engaged in research and development activities.
PROGRAM
The course will present the scientific topics carried out by the Sections of AITeM, which are responsible for developing and disseminating the most advanced knowledge in specific sectors deemed strategic for the technologies and manufacturing systems. They represent the bridge between the Universities and the Italian manufacturing industries.
The presentations will be led by university professors and researchers involved in research activities currently supported by the Sections, as well as by technical staff from Hexagon, Beckoff Automation e Almatec.
The course will be organized in parallel sessions, according to the program shown below. The participants will preliminary specify, during application, the sessions to be attended.
The course will take place during the AITeM 2026 WorkshopParticipants will therefore have the opportunity to attend the afternoon sessions.
When registering, participants must indicate whether they wish to attend the social events, such as the gala dinner on September 7th and the farewell cocktail on September 8th, at no additional cost.
PROGRAM
Presentation by INBIOSYS Section
State of the art and challenges in the design, manufacturing and surface modification of bespoke cranioplates
Antonio Piccinini, Stefania Cacace, Paola Ginestra
(T2 room)
Presentation by DIGITEM Section
Digital twins for manufacturing: success stories and implementation
Erica Pastore, Sofia Catalucci, Ersilia Cozzolino
(T3 room)
Presentation by LaserEMobility Section
Multiscale modelling of industrial laser-based manufacturing processes
Alessandro Fortunato, Samuele Piandoro
(T2 room)
Presentation by M4A Section
Challenges and Solutions in Nickel Alloy Machining: From Tool Geometry to Vibration Diagnostics
Rachele Bertolini, Niccolò Grossi
(T3 room)
Presentation by ADAPT section
From Traditional to Digital Metal Forming: AI and Digital Twins for Advanced Control
Enrico Simonetto
(T2 room)
Presentation by SIMPCo section
Manufacturing Processes for High-Performance Composites: Challenges and Applications
Luca Boccarusso, Guido Di Bella
(T3 room)
16:00-18:00
Presentation by AlmaTec srl
Demonstation of a process simulation software package (Simufact Forming, Simufact Additive)
(T2 room)
REGISTRATION AND KICK OFF MEETING
Participants must be at 8:30 am on September 7, 2026, at the entrance room of Palazzo Garzolini di Toppo Wassermann, Via Gemona, 92, Udine.
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION - RECOGNITION OF EDUCATIONAL CREDITS
At the end of the course, participants may request a certificate of attendance if they have attended at least 80% of the scheduled sessions. To check this requirement, each participant must sign a register upon entry and exit.
The attendance of the entire course and the development of an individual final project, subject to evaluation, guarantee the assignment of 4 ECTS. The methods for preparing and sending the final project will be communicated by the Director of the Academy during the course.
REGISTRATION FEES
€ 180 for PhD students and university researchers
€ 360 for industrial personnel (€ 240 fot one-day participation)
22% VAT applies for non AITeM members.
10% discount applies for AITeM members.
The registration fee includes participation to the course, lunches, coffee breaks, dinner gala, farewell cocktail and the use of teaching material, written in English.
All participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses.
WHERE TO STAY
The booking of accommodation is the responsibility of each individual participant.
The recommended reservation, useful for attending the entire course, is for a three-night stay, with arrival on Sunday, September 6th and departure on Wednesday, September 9th.
Recommended hotels:
- Hotel Ramandolo, Via Forni di Sotto 28, Udine
This family-run, 3-star hotel features an on-site restaurant and a modern and welcoming atmosphere, making it suitable for both business and leisure travellers. It is renowned for its hospitality, cuisine, and quiet atmosphere.
Tel.: 0432 470994 – 0432 545915
- B&B Hotel, Via Duino, 8, Udine
This modern and functional 4-star hotel is located near Piazza I° Maggio, just a 5-minute walk from Udine's historic center and close to the Teatro Nuovo. It offers excellent value with free parking, soundproofed rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
Tel.: 0432 509905
HOW TO SIGN UP
To register, you need to fill in the online form.
During registration, participants must submit a slide to introduce themselves according to the format shown in the dedicated templateThe keywords that characterize their research activity must be selected from mappe keyword of AITeM,
You will then receive a confirmation email of your registration request containing the instructions for the payment by bank transfer.
The payment of the participation fee must be made, for organizational reasons, by 10 July 2026..
The teaching material will be made available to regularly registered participants by 31 July 2026.
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