Currently, following Research Section and Group Affairs are available. For anyone interested please contact the head of the session/group for any enquiries.
Also, we welcome any offers for establishment of new Research Section and Group Affairs.
Group Affairs
A-TS04-16 (2025.9~2027.8)
"Technical Section on Application of High Energy Beam Assisted Processing and Modification"
Head of the group: Yuko Aono (Institute of Science Tokyo)
The Technical Section on Application of High Energy Beam Assisted Processing and Modification was established on October 1, 2025, under the Division of Materials and Processing (M&P), Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers (JSME). The section aims to foster networking among researchers and engineers engaged in high-energy beam technologies — including laser and ion beam processing, surface modification, and related applications — and to facilitate the development of collaborative research initiatives.
Membership is open not only to specialists in laser and ion beam processing, but also to those who wish to explore or newly adopt these technologies in their own research and development activities. The section serves as a platform for interdisciplinary exchange across materials science, surface engineering, precision machining, and beyond.
In its inaugural year (2025), the section co-organized its first event with the M&P Salon with the support of the Laser Society of Japan. The event was held on December 8, 2025, in a hybrid format at Tokyo Institute of Technology, Ookayama Campus. Prof. Ichiro Shoji of Chuo University (former President of the Laser Society of Japan) delivered a lecture titled "Fundamentals of Lasers and Approaches toward Higher Performance," covering laser physics, characteristics of major processing lasers, and cutting-edge developments including compact high-power lasers and wavelength conversion devices based on bonded composite structures. The event attracted more than 30 participants online and in person, and was followed by a networking reception with the speaker.
In 2026, the section plans to hold its next event in conjunction with M&P2026 scheduled for September 23–25 at the Osaka University.
New members are welcome. For inquiries, please contact the section chair, Yuko Aono (Tokyo Institute of Technology).
A-TS04-15 (2018.10~2027.8)
"Technical Section on High Performance Nano-carbon Composites"
Head of the group: Hiroyuki Kawada (Waseda University)
This study group was established by members of industry, government, and academia regarding the advanced utilization technology of carbon nanotubes, which is one of the nanocarbon materials. The main goal of this study group is to develop high-strength fibers that can be used as reinforcement fibers for plastic-based composite materials from spun multiwall carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and to develop alternatives to post-carbon fibers. Currently, it is active with more than 20 members.
A-TS04-13 (2016.7~2027.6)
"Technical Section on Processing of Polymer-based Composites"
Head of the group: Satoshi Kobayashi (Tokyo Metropolitan University)
Mechanical properties of polymer-based composites depend on the processing condition, and vary widely. For this reason, they are difficult to treat in the industrial field. In order to resolve the issue, it is necessary to establish the database about processing and characterization of the composites. The objective of this research group is to establish the database about processing, characterization and examples of the failure of polymer-based composites.
Past groups
A-TS04-14 (2016.9~2021.8)
"Technical Section on Disaster Mitigation and Sustainable Engineering"
Head of the group: Hiroshi Asanuma (Chiba University)
A new concept of combined disaster mitigation and sustainable engineering was proposed by the head to realize disaster mitigation strategies through novel ideas and methodologies including advanced materials and technologies such as smart structures/materials. A number of enthusiastic people have been brought together from various fields and locations to build a platform and create new studies and technologies for disaster mitigation in conjunction with other societies such as SSMARTACE (Society for Sustainable Mitigation And Related Technologies Against Catastrophic Events). Requests for information and
collaboration possibilities are welcomed.
A-TS04-12 (2013.10~2022.9)
"Technical Section on Next Generation 3D Printing"
Head of the group: Hidemitsu Furukawa (Yamagata University)
This section was launched in October 2013 to respond to the development of new technologies in the fields of 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing. We will establish an internationally competitive "next-generation 3D printing research network" in Japan by investigating the latest trends, sharing research results and open discussions by members.
A-TS04-09 (2009.10~2022.3)
"Technical Section on PD (Particle Deposition) Processes"
Head of the group: Kazuhiko Sakaki (Shinshu University)
The purpose of the technical section on particle deposition process is to establish a guideline for analysis and control of the thermal spraying process. And understanding and process analysis elucidating and the coating formation principle in novel processes such as the Cold Spray method and Aero-Sol Deposition method. Furthermore, the purpose is to pursue the possibility of building a foundation and expanding the development of the PD (Particle Deposition) method, which is a film formation process by stacking particles.
P-SCD385（2014.3～2017.2）
"Advanced Powder Metallurgy Processing"
Head of the Session: Katsuyoshi Kondoh (Osaka University)