Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME): Current Status and Future Opportunities

Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) is now a recognized field of study within some sectors of the materials community.  ICME has lead to substantial increases in the efficiency with which new components are developed.  It promises to improve the efficiency and robustness of the development of new materials.  When it is fully embraced as a discipline within the materials profession, ICME has the potential to revolutionize the way the materials community provides input to the engineering and scientific communities and.  This talk will attempt to define the current status of the field by drawing from a 2008 National Academies report on ICME and reflecting on what has transpired since that report.  It will also draw from the presenter's prior experience at Ford Motor Company in development and implementation of a successful ICME tools and discuss the role of universities in the development of both ICME toolsets and an educated workforce. The author will attempt to identify future challenges and opportunities for realization of the full potential offered by ICME.