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Welcome to the RAPID + TCT & AeroDef 2025 Call for Speakers

Welcome to the RAPID + TCT & AeroDef 2025 Call for Speakers

SME and the TCT Group are now accepting abstracts for the RAPID + TCT 2025 Conference, focusing on case studies, research findings, and technical analysis. This year's RAPID + TCT Conference will be curated in partnership with AeroDef Manufacturing, which has for years produced cutting-edge educational content covering both the aerospace and defense sectors. This larger and more diverse audience will further elevate your thought leadership platform.

RAPID + TCT Deadlines:

  • Close: Friday, November 8, 2024
  • Final Selections: December 2024

AeroDef Deadlines:

  • Close: Friday, November 15, 2024
  • Final Selections: December 2024

Submission Requirements:

  • Submission Title
  • Abstract (max 300 words)
  • Learning Objectives (min 2)
  • Presenter’s Name, Contact Info, Position/Title, Company, Biography (max 175 words)
  • Hi-Res Headshot (min 100 MB, 300 dpi, .jpg format)
  • Company Logo

Note: Commercial and sales submissions will be disqualified. End-user submissions of customer applications are encouraged. Presentations should be 20 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A.

To submit, modify, or add a submission, log in with your email and password under "Returning User." Confirmation emails will be sent upon receipt; check your spam/junk folders if not received.

Submission Review Process:

Abstracts are reviewed by RAPID + TCT and AeroDef Event Advisors, comprising industry, academic, and government experts. Decisions are final.

Abstract Review Criteria:

  • Originality: Novelty, innovative applications, cutting-edge research. Content should be unique.
  • Impartiality: Submissions must be non-commercial.
  • Objectives: Clarity of the presentation's goals.
  • Audience: Relevance and interest.
  • Technical Information: Depth and detail.
  • Learning Objectives: Clear takeaways.

Speaking Benefits:

  • Global exposure in AM and industrial 3D printing
  • Showcase innovative projects and research
  • Establish yourself and your organization as industry leaders
  • Complimentary Full Conference Pass
  • Networking opportunities
  • Unique exposure to aerospace Primes and DoD

RAPID + TCT Submission Topics:

  • Aerospace, Automotive, Healthcare, Defense, Energy, Consumer, Entertainment
  • Construction & Architecture, Marine, Rail
  • Economics & Justification, Standards & Repeatability, DfAM
  • 3D Scanning & Metrology, Post Processing, Materials Development
  • Process Development, Artificial Intelligence

AeroDef Submission Topics:

  • Production developments to advance the supply of munitions
  • Automation, Assembly And Robotics
  • Digital Engineering and Modeling & Simulation
  • Cyber security at Manufacturing
  • Next Generation Tooling Technologies & Applications
  • Composites Manufacturing And Advanced Materials
  • Digital Engineering Cybersecurity
  • AI Machine Learning at Machine Tool
  • AI Machine Learning for Assembly
  • Finishing & Coatings
  • Advanced Inspection Technologies
  • Advances in Non-Destructive Evaluation, Inspection or Testing
  • Material developments for space applications
  • Design for Manufacturing in the Age of AI and Industry 4.0
  • Powertrain innovations for increase in operational effectiveness
  • Sustainment solutions for military equipment
  • Machine monitoring and health

Thank you for your interest in sharing your expertise and knowledge.

Questions? Conference Manager: Lu TIkrity -