The 2019 International Conference on Advances in Civil Engineering and Materials (ACEM2019) and the 2nd Forum on Sustainable Biomass Composites and Structures (SBMS2) were held in Fuzhou, China, from October 25 to 27, 2019.
As a 3D optical inspection company specializing in the dynamic deformation of materials and structures, XTOP3D was invited to participate in the conference. At the event, the company showcased its proprietary XTDIC 3D full-field strain measurement and analysis system; its advanced and superior dynamic deformation measurement solutions attracted significant interest from the participating experts and scholars.
This conference and forum are jointly hosted by Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Nanjing Forestry University, Hefei University of Technology, Fujian University of Technology, Inner Mongolia University of Technology, the National Innovation Alliance for the Timber Structure Industry (under the National Forestry and Grassland Administration), Deakin University (Australia), the University of Naples Federico II (Italy), the University of Southern Queensland (Australia), Manipal University Jaipur (India), the International Joint Research Center for Biomass Composite Building Materials and Structures at Nanjing Forestry University, the Center for Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability at the University of Zurich (Switzerland), and University College London (UCL, UK), among others.
With the rapid evolution of civil engineering and the continuous emergence of novel materials and structural systems, research into bio-based composites (such as bamboo, timber, and straw) and their structural applications has garnered increasing attention from experts and scholars. Furthermore, research into sustainable civil engineering materials and structures—including steel-concrete composite structures, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites and structures, stainless steel structures, recycled aggregate concrete, and nanocellulose-reinforced concrete—is flourishing.
This forum aims to provide a platform for experts, scholars, engineers, and entrepreneurs from around the world to share research findings and cutting-edge technologies, gain insights into academic trends, broaden research perspectives, foster friendships, strengthen communication and collaboration, and facilitate the translation of research outcomes into practice. The event has attracted participants from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, mainland China, Hong Kong, and other regions to share the latest progress and achievements in the fields of sustainable civil engineering materials and structures, as well as bio-based composites.
In the field of civil engineering, the study of structural deformation (displacement and strain) is crucial for understanding structural safety and operational status. For large-scale civil engineering structures, real-time monitoring allows for the determination of dynamic parameters under dynamic loads and the analysis of vibrational responses and modal parameters; displacement, in particular, serves as a key focus in structural health monitoring due to its ability to intuitively reflect structural performance.
Furthermore, research into new materials and structures in civil engineering requires an understanding of deformation behavior under load to provide data for subsequent material performance analysis, sample testing, and mass production. Optical measurement methods enable a more precise, comprehensive, and efficient analysis of material displacement and strain fields.
At this conference, XTOP3D showcased its XTDIC 3D full-field strain measurement and analysis system. The company shared measurement technologies and successful practical experiences with global experts, scholars, and industry leaders, covering aspects such as 3D full-field topography, displacement, and strain in civil engineering structures, as well as material mechanics. Through live demonstrations by XTOP3D technical staff, the practicality and technical advantages of the XTDIC system were clearly illustrated.
Traditional deformation measurement methods—such as strain gauges, displacement transducers, and fiber Bragg grating sensors—often suffer from time-consuming processes, incomplete data, and the inherent limitations of contact-based measurement. In contrast, the XTDIC 3D full-field strain measurement and analysis system offers the advantages of non-contact operation, full-field coverage, and high precision. It enables 3D strain measurement for civil engineering structures across a wide range of scenarios, from high-frequency dynamic tests conducted over short periods to low-frequency static tests spanning long durations. Its applicability in measuring the deformation of civil engineering materials and structures has been thoroughly validated in practice.
As a leader in 3D optical inspection, XTOP3D possesses extensive expertise and a long-standing track record in structural deformation measurement technology and applications. The company provides professional measurement equipment to experts and scholars engaged in civil engineering and materials research worldwide. Its solutions not only revolutionize traditional measurement methods by enhancing efficiency and accuracy but also contribute significantly to accelerating research progress in civil engineering materials, biomass composites, and structural analysis.
