ASME Northern Alberta Section 2013 Spring Newsletter

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NORTHERN ALBERTA SECTION http://sections.asme.org/northernalberta/ Spring 2013

New Section University Liaison OfficerThe ASME Northern Alberta Section is pleased to announcethat Rong Long has joined the Section executive as universityliaison officer in the spring 2013. Rong Long is an Assistant

Professor in MechanicalEngineering at theUniversity of Alberta. Prior tohis current position, he was aresearch associate atUniversity of Colorado atBoulder and a postdoctoralassociate in the Department of

Biological and EnvironmentalEngineering at CornellUniversity. He received hisPh.D. degree in Theoreticaland Applied Mechanics from

Cornell University in 2010 and his B.S. degree in the samefield from University of Science and Technology of China in2006. His research interests include: large deformation andfracture of soft materials, cell mechanics and biomaterials,and contact mechanics and adhesion.

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Inside This Issue1 - Local Section News

2 - Local Section Events Preview- ASME Mentoring Program

3 - Industry Events

April Technical Dinner Meeting3D Plant Laser Measurement

Pierre Mertiny (section chair, left) thanking Matthew Craig.

Matthew Craig , North America Business DevelopmentManager for LFM Software Limited , gave an excellent

presentation on 3D data capture. Matthew covered the historyof this technology along with current trends and futureresearch and development. Various technologies used for 3Ddata capture were described such as photo and laser. Matthewalso provided an overview of what is required to develop asuccessful 3D data capture procedure. Successful 3Dmeasurement is a function of knowing the limitations of thetechnology and equipment, and having a well thought out

procedure. 3D laser measurement can be accurate to less than 1mm when done properly. There are opportunities forsignificant cost savings when using 3D laser measurement to

perform as-building of existing equipment. This cost savings isnot just realized from the reduction of time required to performthe actual as-building, but also from a reduction in re-work forany plant modifications since the design work was based onaccurate site information. In addition, using 3D data capturesystems can eliminate safety risks such as falls, working nearoperating equipment, etc., that can be associated with as-

building tasks. Finally, Matthew wrapped up with an exampleof using this technology in the construction phase which couldapply to both brown field and green field projects. By

importing design information into the 3D data capture system,it can then be used essentially in reverse to accurately locatecritical equipment. As a result, construction costs can besignificantly reduced by eliminated almost all rework. As thistechnology matures, more applications will be found. And,common with emerging technologies, as equipment sizes andcosts continue to reduce 3D data capture will more and more

become a viable option. (DS)

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Local Section Information and ASME Announcements

Local Section Events Preview

September 2013: Tour and presentation of C-FER Technologies

October 2013: Tour of Alta Steel

November 2013: Tour and presentation of the University of Alberta Nano Facilities

(Note that unfortunately the May and June events needed to be cancelled due to unforeseen incidents at the host organizations.)

ASME Mentoring Program Get valuable career advice from a mechanical engineeringprofessional!

The ASME Mentoring Program is designed to provide rewardingexperiences that both mentor and mentee can learn and grow from.

This is a unique opportunity for you to get career-guiding advice froman engineering professional with broader experience or moreadvanced skills. Benefit and learn from their real-life expertise, whilesharing your own valuable insight and perspective!

Participating in the program is easy with our Web-based platform,made available through a partnership with WisdomShare. Ourtargeted matching system will pair you with someone who can

provide anything from general advice and a fresh point-of-view, tohelp identifying the right training or niche in mechanical engineering,or even assistance with finding a non-traditional career path.

The valuable insight you can gain by participating in the ASME

Mentoring Program can have a positive impact on your career foryears to come!

If you are ready for a most rewarding experience, please go to:http://go.asme.org/mentoring to become an ASME Mentor orMentee.

Learn. Grow. Connect.The Engineering for Change Webinar Series provides the opportunity to learn from and interact with creative thinkers and leaderswho are developing new technologies and initiatives that contribute to solving humanitarian engineering problems. This live,interactive, monthly series promotes emerging ideas and connects a community of passionate engineers who want to improvequality of life around the world. Attending is easy and free: register at least one hour before each webinar and youll rece ive a

participant link prior to the event. Cant attend? View previously recorded webinars online and on E4Cs YouTube channel.Visit www.engineeringforchange-webinars.org to learn more and register for the next live event.
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ASME Events and Local Section Information

Now in its 58th year, ASME Turbo Expo is recognized as the must attend event for turbomachinery professionals. The technical conference hasa well-earned reputation for bringing together the best and brightest experts from around the world to share the latest in turbine technology,research and development, and application in the following topic areas: gas turbines, steam turbines, wind turbines, fans & blowers, solar brayton& rankine cycle and supercritical CO2. Turbo Expo offers unrivalled networking opportunities with a dedicated and diverse trade show floor.

The 3-day exhibition attracts the industry's leading professionals and key decision makers, whose innovation and expertise are helping to shapethe future of the turbomachinery industry.

Turbo Expo 2013 highlights include: A five-day Technical Conference that sets the world standard for turbine

technology events A three-day, premium exhibition of turbine products and services supported by leading

companies in the industry A dynamic keynote session featuring prominent industry leaders A value-packed registration package that includes proceedings, access to all activities, PDH

certificate of completion, and abundant networkingopportunities, including receptions and daily lunches

In-depth career development workshops providing fundamental study andefficient techniques

Why You Should Go to San Antonio: Global Networking Leading R&D Esteemed Industry Experts Targeted Leads Focused Training

High ROI Cutting-Edge Technology Essential Career Development Practical Application

For more information, see http://www.asmeconferences.org/TE2013/ .

2012-2013 Section OfficersPierre Mertiny, Chairman

[email protected] Doug Small, [email protected] Gord Swityk, [email protected] Rong Long, University [email protected]

Other Industry Events

To learn more, see http://gasandoilexpo.com/
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