The INFINITE project was prominently represented at the 7th International Conference of the Asian Union of Magnetics Societies (IcAUMS 2025), held from April 21 to 24 at the Okinawa Convention Center in Japan. This prestigious biennial event brought together more than 500 researchers and experts in the fields of magnetism, magnetic materials, and their applications, offering a unique platform for scientific exchange and international collaboration.
Scientific contributions from INFINITE partners
Two important scientific contributions were presented at the event by researchers involved in the INFINITE project:
Professor Arcady Zhukov from Mondragon Unibertsitatea (MU) presented 2 papers, one aligned with INFINITE’s objectives, focused on advanced sensing technologies using magnetic microwires for structural health monitoring of composite materials. This research supports INFINITE’s vision of creating sensorised, recyclable composite structures for use in next-generation digital aircraft. The other one, titled “Magnetic Properties and Applications of Glass-Coated Ferromagnetic Microwires”, highlighting the unique properties and sensor potential of glass-coated amorphous microwires manufactured using the Taylor-Ulitovsky technique. These microwires, featuring a metallic core of 0.5 to 50 μm and a biocompatible insulating glass coating, offer exceptional promise for miniaturised, high-performance magnetic sensors — a key technology within INFINITE.
Both presentations contributed to reinforcing the scientific credibility and technological relevance of the INFINITE project within the international magnetics community.
Exploring collaboration opportunities in Japan
Ahead of the conference, the MU delegation conducted a series of institutional visits in the Nagoya region, engaging with:
- Nagoya University, a national research university.
- Toyota Technological Institute, renowned for its engineering innovation.
- Magnesesign, a pioneering company based in Mihama City.
The MU team was also officially welcomed by the Mayor of Mihama, reflecting the importance of international scientific collaboration at both academic and industrial levels. These visits offered valuable opportunities to explore new research partnerships and to share knowledge on magnetic materials and sensor development.
Strengthening INFINITE’s global outreach
The presence of INFINITE partners at IcAUMS 2025 demonstrates the project’s commitment to excellence in research, global collaboration, and the strategic dissemination of its results. Events such as this reinforce INFINITE’s position at the forefront of innovation in magnetic sensing and advanced composite materials, while fostering synergies across Europe and Asia.