Learn at RSTC
RSTC 2027 delivers a focused technical program dedicated to advancing residual stress science, measurement, modeling, and engineering. Co-located with IMAT, Heat Treat 2027, and the North American Cold Spray Conference (NACSC) in Columbus, Ohio, the conference brings together researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to exchange knowledge and explore the impact of residual stress on material performance and manufacturing.
Attendees will explore technical presentations, applied research, and practical solutions addressing residual stress characterization, prediction, mitigation, and its effects on fatigue, fracture, and component reliability. The program will encourage collaboration across materials science, manufacturing, heat treatment, and related engineering disciplines.
Whether you’re advancing your technical expertise, exploring new research, or addressing real-world engineering challenges, RSTC 2027 offers opportunities to connect with experts and contribute to the future of residual stress technology.
More information about RSTC 2027, including program highlights, registration details, and speakers, will be available soon. Stay tuned!
Call for Abstracts – Stay Tuned!
Share your research and expertise to help shape the RSTC 2027 technical program. Present your latest findings, innovative approaches, and practical applications in residual stress measurement, modeling, and engineering to a multidisciplinary audience of materials and manufacturing professionals.
4 Powerhouse Events. 1 Epic Location.
ASM International brings together four major industry events in Columbus, Ohio: Heat Treat, IMAT (the ASM Annual Meeting), the Residual Stress Technology Conference (RSTC), and the North American Cold Spray Conference (NACSC). This unique co-location creates unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders, explore emerging technologies, and expand your professional network.
With 600+ exhibitors, thousands of attendees, and a dynamic show floor, Columbus will become a hub for materials science, manufacturing, and thermal processing—bringing together the people, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of the industry.
One Registration. Access to All Technical Programming. Make the most of your experience! Full conference registration provides access to the technical programming across all four events, giving you more opportunities to learn, discover new perspectives, and connect with experts across multiple disciplines.
