The Automotive Corrosion Symposium is scheduled for April 11-12 in Detroit, MI. Although the deadline for speaker abstract submissions has passed, the symposium welcomes the submission of Poster Abstracts until March 31, 2024. This year’s focus, “Applied Corrosion Science for Next-Gen Vehicles,” aims to highlight the various corrosion challenges facing the automotive industry, including precompetitive research, governmental policies, and valuable insights gained throughout the industry.
Hosted by the Southwest Research Institute, this event will bring together professionals from across the automotive sector, including OEMs, material and paint suppliers, and Tier 1 suppliers. The goal is to enhance dialogue within the automotive community and tackle widespread corrosion issues. Attendees can expect a detailed program featuring insights from leading industry experts, available for review ahead of the event.
Corrosion remains a critical concern in the automotive field, affecting both vehicle aesthetics and their functional, reliable, and safe operation. The push for stricter emission standards has led the industry towards adopting high-strength, lightweight materials that exhibit distinct corrosion behaviors and the potential for mixed-metal interactions, making this an area of heightened concern.
The symposium is curated by industry professionals from diverse technical backgrounds dedicated to addressing automotive corrosion. The organizing committee includes Niamh Hosking, Ph.D., from Ford Motor Company; Ullrich Haus of General Motors; Wenping Zhang, Ph.D., from Arconic; Sean Fowler of Q-Lab; Brian Okerberg, Ph.D., with PPG; and James Dante from the Southwest Research Institute.
For further details, including how to register or find accommodations, please visit swri.org.