iPower Sponsors:

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Eleven Reasons To Attend iPower:

1. Discover the latest advances in Power Electronics Technology

2. Meet and Network with research, manufacturing and supply chain expertise

3. Attend sixteen top-level presentations from leading industry experts

4. Tour the new SiC Carbide or VEF facility at The University of Warwick

5. Discover the latest Power Science Research from UK’s leading Universities

6. View the EV Demonstrators

7. Attend the Dyson sponsored networking dinner: keynote speech from the UK CEO of Alstom Grid

8. Learn about the governments recently published “UK Power Electronics Strategy”
 
9. Be part of the exciting “Power Factor” debate

10. Browse the exhibitors tabletop displays

11. Enter the prize draw to Win an iPad2

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IMAPS-UK & NMI Two Day Technical Conference:

IMAPS-UK & NMI are holding a two day technical conference, networking dinner and tours of the SiC design, development and fabrication facility at Warwick University, Coventry CV4 7AL on 30th November & 1st December 2011, in conjunction with the University's, Electronics, Power and Microsystems Research Group (PEATER).

The event will provide the opportunity for:

•   Updates on the latest Power Electronic developments, devices & technologies
•   Networking between end-users, researchers, supply chains and technology providers
•   Business development opportunities for your Company & its products

Introduction:

Power Electronic applications are one of the key areas for the UK to develop Technology, Products and Manufacturing Processes. 

Future products will be more and more enabled by the use of micro-devices and micro-systems, spanning all areas of application and opening new business opportunities. Not only downscaling from existing products to smaller systems and components but also new concepts as well as the integration of the technologies of interconnectivity and thermal management, providing smart system solutions to suit the needs of Renewable Power Generation, Electric Vehicles, Smart Transport Systems and other applications.

iPower will bring together leading experts in the field of power engineering from Science, Academia, Supply and Industry who will provide a unique insight into the latest developments.

This two day event will offer the chance to exchange innovative technical solutions and practical problems to stimulate new applications and to help to establish an infrastructure for a more cost effective, energy efficient future.

Topics to be considered are:

•    Applications, Trends & Emerging Markets
•    Packaging, Test and Reliability
•    Assembly Materials & Technologies
•    Devices & Integrated Processes (micro-machining, micro-moulding)
•    Thermal Management & Efficiency
•    Product Design Development & Modelling
•    Interconnection, Integration & Systems
•    Solutions For Harsh Environments
•    High Reliability & Temperature
•    Novel Designs & Future Concepts

Summary of Technical Programme:

The conference will comprise sixteen technical presentations, (eight each day), divided daily into in four sessions, with refreshment & lunch breaks in between.  In addition, there are two laboratory tours each day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. 

The schedule is also designed to provide ample opportunity for networking with fellow delegates from leading organisations and institutions and to allow time to review the poster displays and booths from exhibiting Companies. 

Recent seminars sold-out and limited spaces available, we therefore recommend early bookings to avoid disappointment!

30 November - Day One:
Start	Duration	Details
08:45	0:45	Registration & Exhibition
09:30	0:15	Introduction and Exhibitor Briefing
09:45	0:30	Keynote: The UK Power Electronics Strategy – Moving Forward, Dr Derek Boyd, NMI
10:15	0:30	How Power Electronics are revolutionising the power transmission business,  Colin Davidson, Alstom Grid
11:00	0:45	Refreshments,  Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
11:30	0:30	Challenges for Power Electronics in Wind Applications, Dr David Hinchley, Converteam UK
12:00	0:30	Energy Efficient Microelectronics, Dr Mark Muenzer, Infineon
12:30	0:30	Power Electronic Developments in industrial Drives, Prof Bill Drury, Emerson
13:00	1:00	Lunch, Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
14:00	0:30	Point of use Power Management – the enabler of Low Carbon Economic Growth,  Rob Haase, International Rectifier
14:30	0:30	Optimisation of Low Voltage Power MOSFET Architectures, Dr Phil Rutter, NXP
15:00	0:30	SiC Developments, Peter Ward, Anvil Semi
15:30	0:30	Refreshments,  Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
16:00	1:00	Poster Session and Lab Tours
17:00		Close of Day 1 Session
19:00	3:00	Conference Dinner
1 December - Day Two
08:30	1:00	Registration & Exhibition
09:30	0:30	Keynote: Designing for Reliability using Electro-Thermal Modelling of Power Electronics, Prof. Phil Mawby, Univ of Warwick/WMG
10:00	0:30	Making Power devices perform,  Richard Sharp,  Isotron, part of Synergy Health
10:30	0:30	Solder-TIMs (Thermal Interface Materials) for Superior Thermal Management in Power Electronics - Karthik Vijay - Indium
11:00	0:30	Refreshments, Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
11:30	0:30	Investigating Assembly Process Control for Power Electronics, Peter Grundy,  Altus  Group
12:00	0:30	High Power IGBT Module Reliability: Predictions and Trends, David Newcombe, Dynex Semiconductor
12:30	0:30	Material Challenges in Packaging for Power Electronics, Prof. Martin Goosey, IeMRC
13:00	1:00	Lunch, Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
14:00	0:30	Heavy Wire Bonding for Power Devices: What's New? What's Old? What's Important, Dr Josef Sedlmair, Delvotec
14:30	0:30	Technology in High Volume Power Package Assembly, Bradford Factor, ASE
15:00	0:45	The “Power Factor” Session
15:45	0:45	Refreshments, Exhibition & EV Demonstrator
16:30		Close
16:30	1:00	Additional presentation at UoW, School of Engineering, rm A401 “Where is UK Energy  going and will it get there?”, Prof John Loughhead, Executive Director – UK  Energy Research Centre

Who Should Attend:

End Users, Research & Development Engineers, Scientists, Production & Manufacturing Engineers, Supply Chain Companies, Process Engineers, Product Designers & Students

Registration & Seminar Fees - Click HERE to Register:

With recent Seminars sold-out and limited spaces available on both days, we recommend early bookings to avoid disappointment!

IMAPS-UK & NMI Members: £115 + VAT
Non-Member: £155 + VAT
Students / Posters: £95 + VAT (Book early - limited Student places available)

Prices include entry on both days, plus lunch and refreshments, event programme and proceedings.

Conference Dinner, 30 November - Click HERE to Reserve Your Place:

iPower will be hosting an event networking, three course dinner and drinks reception at "The Rootes Building, Chancellor Suite" on the evening of the 30th November. The Conference Dinner will also feature a keynote speach from Stephen Burgin, UK CEO of Alstom Grid and a "Best Poster" award presentation.

Places are subject to availability at £50.00 per person (+ VAT) and should be reserved during the registration process.

The Conference Dinner is kindly sponsored by Dyson.

Schedule:   
7:00pm     - Reception drinks
7:30pm     - Welcome address from speaker Steve Burgin of Alstom Grid & Sponsor vote of thanks from NMI/IMAPS
7:40pm     - Dinner served
9:00pm     - Poster Award presentation (Matt Ball - EPSRC)
10:00pm   - Close

Menu:  
Starter - Normandy Apple, Red Onion & Leek Tian
Main Course - Supreme of Chicken with Truffle & Pistachio
Dessert - Chocolate Tart
Coffee & Chocolates
* Table Wines Included

Location: Chancellor Suite, Rootes Building # 51, University of Warwick

Directions: Continue along the road past IMC – it bends to the right by building 56 – Sports Centre, then after Whitefields accommodation block comes the shops then the Students’ Union and then just when the next right bend is upon you there is a turn off to the left. Note that behind building 51 is Rootes Hall – No 50 – this is student accommodation.

Exhibition - Click HERE to Reserve Your Tabletop:

Is your Company interested promoting itself to delegates who are attending to learn about the latest developments in Power Electronics? Then reserve your tabletop without delay!

Tabletop exhibits are available on the mezzanine level of the IDL (same location as for the lunch & refreshments) on a first-come, first served basis (no more than two tabletops per Company). All exhibitors are also offered the opportunity to provide a short presentation in the auditorium, introducing their Company to the delegates.

Exhibition Rates:
IMAPS-UK & Corporate Member / NMI Member Company Tabletop Exhibit: £295 +VAT
Non Member Company Tabletop Exhibit: £495.00 + VAT

Costs listed are for two days and include one free delegate entry.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Interested in sponsoring this event? Available sponsorship opportunities are listed below:

•    Co-Sponsors
•    Registration Sponsors
•    Proceedings Sponsors
•    Refreshments Sponsors
•    Lunch Sponsors Sponsors
•    Programme Sponsors

All sponsors & event partners are detailed on IMAPS-UK & NMI websites including links to their homepage, with a duplicate listing in the event programme. In addition, Sponsoring Companies/Organisations have the opportunity to provide a short Company presentation to the delegates during the exhibitor briefing at the start of the Seminar and receive one free delegate entry.

Please contact the event organisers for further details of the benefits of sponsoring iPower: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Accomodation:

IMAPS-UK & NMI are pleased to advise that we have negotiated the following special fixed rates for accommodation at the excellent Warwick Conferences.

To reserve your room, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Krithi Bhandari at the reservations centre, ensure you quote IMAPS to receive the special rates.

Arden - £60.00 B&B + VAT single occupancy, £75.00 B&B + VAT double occupancy
Scarman & Radcliffe - £70.00 B&B + VAT single occupancy, £85.00 B&B +VAT double occupancy

Directions:

Click HERE to download a PDF giving directions to iPower.

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For further information on this Technical Seminar, please contact either:

IMAPS UK
25 Focus Way,
Andover,
Hampshire
SP10 5NY

Attn: Suzanne Costello
Telephone: + 44 (0)131 202 9004
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

or:

NMI
Suite 47, Geddes House
Kirkton North
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6GU
United Kingdom

Attn: Sophie Erricscon
Telephone: +44 (0)1506 401210
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web: www.nmi.org.uk

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