Preview Programme
Lectures at a glance
8th June 2026
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12:00 - 12:30“The Gravitational Constant G Shapes the Cosmos - The History of Measuring a Fundamental Physical Constant.” The gravitational constant, G=6.67430(15)×10^-11 N m^2/kg^2, is one of the fundamental physical constants that shape the cosmos as we know it today. Had G taken a different value, the nature of astrophysical objects would have been entirely altered, and life itself might never have emerged. Why does G possess this particular value--so much weaker than other fundamental forces, such as electromagnetism, by many orders of magnitude? Modern physics offers no definitive answer to this profound question. In this talk, I will review the history of humanity’s quest to determine G, tracing back to the eighteenth century. Dr. Taro KOTANI
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9th June 2026
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14:05 - 14:45“Future Directions of Manufacturing Shaped by the Circular Economy” In recent years, the Circular Economy (CE) has been attracting increasing attention. It is founded on two pillars: production based on recycled resources and value creation that is not dependent on material throughput. CE should be regarded as a powerful catalyst for transitioning toward a new paradigm of manufacturing, moving away from the unsustainable mass production and mass consumption. This lecture introduces an overview of CE with some enabling ideas including corporate ecosystems led by circulation providers, product life cycle design, business models, and digitalization. Dr. Yasushi UMEDA
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14:45 - 15:45“Extreme Measurements and Gravitational Wave Astronomy” A century has passed since Einstein predicted gravitational waves, and we are now in an era where gravitational waves are regularly observed, and the data can be used to explore the mysteries of the Universe. To observe gravitational waves, it is necessary to measure extremely small expansions and contractions of space, and it is largely due to the development of technology over the past decades that such observations have become possible. In this lecture, I would like to introduce the measurement technology that makes gravitational wave observations possible, introduce the KAGRA project that we are currently working on, and talk about the mysteries of the Universe that gravitational wave astronomy will unravel. Dr. Takaaki KAJITA |
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17:00 - 17:30“Digital Transformation Attempts in OIML CS The OIML Test Laboratory of the National Institute of Metrology, China (NIM), in close collaboration with weighing instrument manufacturer METTLER TOLEDO, has proactively explored an innovative testing approach and developed the forward-looking OIML R76 Remote Testing System, which is based on the integration of robotic and network information technologies. This system comprises an OIML R76 automated testing device installed at the manufacturer's testing site, which is equivalent to personnel from NIM conducting the OIML test on-site; therefore, it can also be called a Remote Test Laboratory (RTL). Furthermore, through the calibration traceability of test weights and real-time encrypted and reliable data transmission, the system meets the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025. Ms. Cai Changqing |
The conference program is currently under development and is continuously being updated. Please check back regularly for the latest information.The conference program is currently under development and is continuously being updated. Please check back regularly for the latest information.
The topics for the parallel sessions include
Legal Metrology:
- Remote monitoring of measuring instruments
- OIML Session/ R76, R51
- DX/Software/Security
- Activities of international organizations
Scientific Metrology:
- Dissemination of the Redefined Mass Unit,
- Development of balances
- Digital Twin, DCC, and Other topics
- Mass and density metrology
- Weighing instruments and load cell
- Other topics
Applied Metrology:
- Weigh-in-Motion
- AI / Image Recognition
- Automation etc.
