16th SIRM – European Conference on Rotordynamics

16^th SIRM – European Conference

on Rotordynamics

9^th – 11^th June 2027, Rijeka, Croatia

Welcome to SIRM 2027 – 16th European Conference on Rotordynamics (original in German: Schwingungen in rotierenden Maschinen) !

Join us 9^th – 11^th June 2027 in vibrant Rijeka, Croatia – Croatia’s coastal jewel and European Capital of Culture for 2020!

SIRM 2027, hosted by the University of Rijeka’s Faculty of Engineering, combines world-class engineering insights with Adriatic charm – networking by day, unforgettable evenings by the sea. Our local organising committee invites you to Rijeka for inspiration, collaboration, and celebration!

Save the date – see you in Rijeka!

Conference goals

The purpose of the 16th international conference SIRM 2027 is to promote vital discussions between machine manufacturers, machine developers, machine operators, and scientific representatives in the field of rotor dynamics. Latest trends in theoretical research, development, design, manufacturing, monitoring and machine maintenance shall be discussed at the conference. The Faculty of Engineering (RITEH) from the University of Rijeka and the Croatian Society for the Theory of Machines and Mechanisms invite you to attend SIRM 2027, to be held in Rijeka, in order to combine science, engineering technology, and culture with an enjoyable get‐together for some days. The common organising committee cordially welcomes you in Rijeka and looks forward to seeing you at the conference.

First Announcement and Call for Papers

Topics of the SIRM Conference

Rotor dynamics
Turbomachines
Mechatronic systems
Electrical machines
Micromachines
Vibration control
Identification and diagnostics
Stability
Bearings and seals
Balancing

Case studies
Innovations in rotor dynamics
Unconventional bearing systems
Artificial intelligence
Energy efficiency
Environmental effects
Other topics related to the dynamics of rotating machines

Important Dates

~~Submission of abstracts~~ New deadline for abstract submission	~~15/09/2026~~ 01/10/2026
Notification of abstract acceptance	09/10/2026
Submission of full papers (draft version)	15/01/2027
Notification of draft paper acceptance	15/02/2027
Submission of full papers (final version)	15/03/2027
End of early registration	26/03/2027
Registration for authors	14/05/2027
Start of conference	09/06/2027
End of conference	11/06/2027

Past SIRM Conferences

15^th	2023	Darmstadt, Germany
14^th	2021	Gdansk, Poland
13^th	2019	Copenhagen, Denmark
12^th	2017	Graz, Austria
11^th	2015	Magdeburg, Germany
10^th	2013	Berlin, Germany
9^th	2011	Darmstadt, Germany
8^th	2009	Vienna, Austria
7^th	2007	Kassel, Germany
6^th	2003	Darmstadt, Germany
5^th	2001	Vienna, Austria
4^th	1997	Kassel, Germany
3^rd	1995	Kaiserslautern, Germany
2^nd	1993	Vienna, Austria
1^st	1991	Kassel, Germany

Committees

Scientific Board

Prof. H. Ecker	TU Wien
Prof. R. Liebich	TU Berlin
Prof. R. Markert	TU Darmstadt
Prof. R. Nordmann	TU Darmstadt
Prof. S. Rinderknecht	TU Darmstadt
Prof. J. Strackeljan	TU Darmstadt
Prof. I. Santos	DTU Copenhagen
Prof. T. Szolc	IPPT PAN Warsaw

Scientific Commitee

M. Arghir	Univ. Poitiers
N. Bachschmid †	Politecnico Milan
S. Braut	RITEH Univ. Rijeka
A. Chasalevris	NTU Athens
R. Dufour	INSA Lyon
H. Ecker	TU Wien
K. Ellermann	ITU Graz
E. Egusquiza	UPC Barcelona
F. Heitmeir	TU Graz
S. Herold	Fraunhofer LBF
T. Holopainen	ABB Helsinki
P. Keogh	Univ. Bath
E. Knopf	GE Power Baden
R. Liebich	TU Berlin
R. Markert	TU Darmstadt
R. Nordmann	TU Darmstadt
P. Pennacchi	Politecnico Milan
L. Pesek	CAS Prague
T. Pumhössel	Univ. Linz
S. Rinderknecht	TU Darmstadt
I.F. Santos	DTU Copenhagen
J. Schmied	Delta JS Zurich
B. Schweizer	TU Darmstadt
J. Strackeljan	Univ. Magdeburg
J. Strackeljan	Univ. Magdeburg
T. Szolc	IPPT PAN Warsaw
J. Wallaschek	Univ. Hannover
E. Woschke	Univ. Magdeburg
J. Zapomel	CAS Prague
G. Żywica	IMP PAN Gdansk

Local Organising Committee

S. Braut	UNIRI
R. Žigulić	UNIRI
G. Štimac Rončević	UNIRI
A. Skoblar	UNIRI
N. Bulić	UNIRI
O. Bukovac	UNIRI
M. Jokić	UNIZG
N. Alujević	UNIZG

Organised by

Guidelines for Authors

SIRM2027 uses EasyChair submission and peer review system.

Abstract submission

Please submit your abstract, written in English, until 15/09/2026.

The deadline for submitting your abstract in English has been extended to October 1, 2026.

The maximum length is 2,500 characters with spaces.

We will inform you by 09/10/2026 whether your abstract has been accepted.

Please use the provided templates under section “Paper Submission” in Word or Latex for Your abstract paper and transfer it into a PDF-File before submitting.

Submit

Paper submission

If the abstract acceptance announcement was successful, we are looking forward to receive Your full paper by 15/01/2027.

Please use the following templates in Word or LaTeX and convert them into a PDF file prior to submission.

Word template (docx)

Latex template (zip)

Conference Proceedings

All participants’ contributions will be published in the proceedings.
Detailed information will be provided on the conference website.

Registration

Fees

Participants with registration until 26/03/2027	500,- €
Participants with registration from 26/03/2027	580,- €
Students with registration until 26/03/2027	300,- €
Students with registration from 26/03/2027	350,- €
Accompanying person	150,- €

The registration fee covers attendance to the conference sessions, catering during the conference and Gala Dinner.
The registration fee includes only the publication and presentation of one accepted full paper. If a second work of the same registered author is accepted (a maximum of two papers in total), then it is charged additionally at the price of €150.

Accompanying person fee covers Gala Dinner and Sightseeing Tour.

Program & Venue

Program

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Keynotes

Ilmar Ferreira Santos

Biography

Professor Ilmar Ferreira Santos is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He earned his Dr.-Ing. degree from the Technical University of Munich, Germany, in 1993, his Livre-Docência (habilitation) from the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil, in 1997, and his Dr. Techn. degree from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in 2010.

With more than three decades of experience, Professor Santos has made significant contributions to the fields of multi-physics modeling, design optimization, and control of electro-mechanical machine elements. His research spans rotordynamics, tribology, machine dynamics, intelligent machine elements, and mechatronic control systems, with a particular focus on the integration of advanced sensing, actuation, and control technologies into high-performance rotating machinery. At DTU, he has played a leading role in the development of state-of-the-art experimental facilities for the testing and validation of novel electro-mechanical machine components, including active magnetic bearings and actively controlled fluid-film bearings. These technologies are applied to in-situ machine diagnostics, condition monitoring, performance optimization, and active vibration control in advanced industrial machinery.

Professor Santos has received several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to innovation, research, education, and professional service. In 1995, he was recognized with the “Top 10 Best Brazilian Patents of the Year” award for the invention of a tilting-pad bearing with an active oil film. In 2010, he received the STATOIL Prize in Denmark for technological achievements in mechatronics applied to machine elements. His commitment to engineering education was acknowledged in 2012 when he was named DTU Lecturer of the Year for his outstanding teaching in Dynamics of Machines. In recognition of more than two decades of service to the engineering community, he received the ASME IGTI Outstanding Service Award in South Korea in 2016. Professor Santos maintains strong and longstanding collaborations with leading industrial companies, research institutions, and universities throughout Europe and South America. His work continues to advance the understanding and application of intelligent machine elements for more efficient, reliable, and sustainable engineering systems.

Venue

The Faculty of Engineering (RITEH, https://riteh.uniri.hr/en/about/) from the University of Rijeka and the Croatian Society for the Theory of Machines and Mechanisms are jointly organising the conference in Rijeka.

The conference venue is located in Rijeka.

Accomodation

How to get to Rijeka

By Car

From Italy & Slovenia: Take the A7 via Pasjak or Rupa (~1h 15m from Trieste, ~1h 45m from Ljubljana). Note that Slovenian and Austrian motorways require a vignette, while Croatian tolls accept cash or credit cards. From Central/Eastern Europe (via Zagreb): Take the A6 freeway. From Istria: Take the A8 highway through the Učka Tunnel.

Key Parking: Facilities like Zagrad, Stari Grad, and Ciottina are within walking distance of central venues.

By Plane

While Rijeka Airport (RJK) on Krk Island is the closest (~27 km away) and offers seasonal flights with a shuttle bus to downtown, most international travellers use larger nearby hubs:

Trieste Airport (TRS, Italy): ~110 km away. Accessible to Rijeka via rental car through Slovenia or daily intercity buses (FlixBus, Arriva). Ideal for European low-cost/full-service airlines.

Zagreb Airport (ZAG): ~170 km away. Connected by a straight A6 motorway drive or airport shuttle buses to Zagreb’s central station for frequent onwards buses to Rijeka. Ideal for long-haul/international fliers.

Hotels in Rijeka

Hotel Continental / Category: 3 Stars (***)

Overview: Housed in a landmark 19th-century building, Hotel Continental is situated in the heart of Rijeka next to the Rječina River and a short stroll from the Korzo promenade. Known for its distinct classic architecture, it offers comfortable, accessible accommodation in an authentic historical setting. Its central location makes it a great base for exploring the city’s sights.

https://jadran-hoteli.hr/en/hotel/continental-en/

Hotel Jadran / Category: 4 Stars (****)

Overview: Located right along the coast in the Pećine neighborhood, Hotel Jadran blends rich historical tradition with sleek, modern design. It features floor-to-ceiling glass walls offering panoramic views of the Kvarner Bay and provides direct access to its private beach. It is an ideal choice for travelers looking to combine a city break with a seaside retreat.

https://jadran-hoteli.hr/en/hotel/hotel-jadran-2/

Grand Hotel Bonavia / Category: 4 Stars (****)

Overview: A symbol of Rijeka’s hospitality with over a century of tradition, Grand Hotel Bonavia sits right in the city center near Korzo. It offers elegant rooms, a wellness and fitness center, top-tier dining, and event facilities. Thanks to its high level of service and prime location, it remains a favorite for both business travelers and tourists.

https://jadran-hoteli.hr/en/hotel/grand-hotel-bonavia-2/

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa / Category: 5 Stars (*****)

Overview: Positioned along the coast between Rijeka and Opatija, this luxury resort represents the pinnacle of high-end accommodation in the region. It features modern rooms, suites, and apartments with full sea views, a private beach, a massive eMotion Spa, and multiple pools. A major highlight is its Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant, Nebo.

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rjkochi-hilton-rijeka-costabella-beach-resort-and-spa

Additional Accommodation Option: Nearby Opatija

More Hotels in Opatija. Opatija is a historic town located just a short 20-minute drive down the coast, often called the birthplace of Croatian tourism, with a long history of hospitality dating back to 1844. Famous for its impressive architecture from the Habsburg period, lush coastal parks and the famous Lungomare promenade, Opatija has a wide selection of excellent heritage hotels, 4 and 5 star, boutique villas and modern wellness resorts. If you are coming to the conference, Opatija is a picturesque and more upscale option, but still within easy reach of Rijeka.

https://www.visitopatija.com/en/hotels