14th International Conference on Micro and Nanotechnology for Power Generation and Energy Conversion Applications (PowerMEMS 2014)

Abstract

It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 14th International Conference on Micro- andNano-Technology for Power Generation and Energy Conversion Applications, or PowerMEMS 2014,in Awaji Island, Japan.The aim of PowerMEM is to present the latest research results in the field of miniature, micro- andnano-scale technologies for power generation and energy conversion. The conference will also-give us the opportunity to exchange informations and new ideas in the field of Power MEMS/NEMS.The current status of the field of PowerMEMS spans the full spectrum from basic research to practicalapplications. We will enjoy valuable discussions not only from the viewpoint of academia but fromcommercial and industrial perspectives.In the conference, three invited speakers lead the technical program. We received 172 abstracts andafter a careful reviewing process by the Technical Program Committee a total of 133 papers wereselected for presentation. These have been organized into 16 Oral sessions in two parallel streams andtwo poster sessions including some late-news papers. The oral and regular poster papers are publishedby the Institute of Physics (IOP). We have also organized a PowerMEMS School in Kobe-Sannomiyacontiguous to the main conference. This two-day school will cover various topics of energy harvesting.World leading experts will give invited lectures on their main topics. This is a new experiment tobroaden the technology remit of our conference by organizing mini symposiums that aim to gather thelatest research on the following topics by the organizers: Microscale Combustion, Wideband VibrationEnergy Harvesting, RF Energy Transfer and Industrial Application. We hope this, and other activitieswill make PowerMEMS2014 a memorable success.One of the important programs in an international conference is the social program, and we preparethe PowerMEMS2014 banquet in the banquet room at the Westin Awaji Island Hotel. This willprovide an opportunity to create strong networks between researchers. We also provide nice opportunitiesto experience Japanese nature and culture. The special cruise to see the magnificent whirlpool upclose will definitely be one of the highlights. Additionally, we will serve Awaji's traditional performingart, Awaji Ningyo Joruri, which has a history of over 500 years and has been inherited through thegenerations.There are many individuals we would like to thank for their support in organizing PowerMEMS2014.The TPC, chaired by Takayuki Fujita, have given us their valuable time and best effort in reviewingabstracts. The PowerMEMS School chair Yuji Suzuki and the expert speakers made the Schoolpossible. The local organizing committee, led by Kensuke Kanda has provided us with invaluableassistance in preparing the PowerMEMS2014 venue. The financial support from both the Tsutomu NakauchiFoundation, the Hyogo International Association and the conference sponsors have also been gratefullyappreciated. Finally, we would like to thank each of you for attending the conference and bringingyour expertise. We wish you all a successful conference and an exciting and relaxing stay in AwajiIsland.