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Fundamentals of Microwave Heating: Seminar Announcement

Overview

On January 29, 2026, CMC Research will host a live online seminar titled "Fundamentals of Microwave Heating: From Microwaves to High-Temperature Furnaces". This event, featuring a video archive option, will be led by Associate Professor Kiyoshi Kashimura of Chubu University at the Faculty of Engineering.

The seminar will run from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM (JST), covering essential microwave heating technologies and their applications across various chemical and material processes. Participants will explore practical examples that demonstrate efficiency improvements and cost savings in industrial applications.

Learning Objectives

Participants in this seminar will gain insights into:

• - Basics of microwave heating
• - Fundamentals of microwave chemistry (including chemical reactions enabled by microwaves)
• - Applications of microwave processes
• - Design considerations for microwave heating systems

The seminar aims to provide engineers and researchers considering microwave technology applications an overview necessary for operational success. It will address challenges encountered in microwave processes while offering control strategies based on heating engineering and electromagnetic principles. Additionally, participants can expect discussions on the potential of microwave heating processes and the emerging unknowns in this field.

Registration and Fees

The attendance fees are as follows:

• - General: 55,000 JPY (including tax)
• - Newsletter subscribers: 49,500 JPY (including tax)
• - Academic participants: 26,400 JPY (including tax)

Participants who cannot attend the live session can view a recorded version available for a limited time after the event.

To reserve your spot, please visit here for registration details. After registration, you will receive a URL for viewing the seminar.

Seminar Agenda

Topics covered will include:
1. The appeal and characteristics of microwave heating
- High-speed heating
- Internal heating principles
- Selective heating applications
2. Applications in materials processing
- High-speed, low-temperature processes in metallurgical reactions
- Microwave solutions for asbestos disposal
- Energy manipulation for controlled chemical reactions
3. Common issues and troubleshooting strategies in microwave processes
- Managing thermal runaway conditions
- Addressing equipment limitations and process stability
4. Future developments in microwave heating applications and new chemical reactions

About the Speaker

Kiyoshi Kashimura

Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, Chubu University.

• - Background: Experienced in fusion science and mechanical engineering, with a solid foundation in material processing.
• - Contributions: Active member of various academic societies addressing electromagnetic energy applications and issues in contemporary material science and engineering fields.

Join us to deepen your understanding of microwave technology and its transformative potential in various industries. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with an expert and participate in meaningful discussions relevant to your research or business.

For further information and to secure your place, please visit the respective links or contact CMC Research.