WELCOME
Dear AWPP-2016 Delegates
Welcome to Melbourne, Australia and the Asian Workshop on Polymer Processing (AWPP
2016). As Chairs of the workshop, we represent a large group of committee members that haveworked hard to make the workshop possible. We acknowledge the executives of the AustralianSociety of Rheology (ASR) who have under-written the workshop, our stream chairs that havehelped to bring together a very strong technical program and to Tulips Meetings Management,
our workshop organiser group, who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes.
The philosophy of the workshop has been to have as few parallel streams as possible in thetechnical program to allow exposure of each session to as many delegates as possible. The
Workshop has tried to bring as much industry participation as possible since AWPP aims toenhance interactions between Academia and Industry. We are honoured to have six excellent
plenary speakers and a large range of keynote speakers. We are also delighted to be able tohonour Professor Sati Bhattacharya with a special symposium within the technical program. It
is fitting to acknowledge a lifetime of achievement in trying to understand "Processing andRheology" and its eye-catching applications.
It has been more than 15 years since the Asian Workshop on Polymer Processing (AWPP) was
first held in Bangkok, Thailand back in 2001. Since then, Asia has become the production baseof plastic materials and plastic products distributed all over the world. Therefore, it is importantto set up an international workshop in the Asia-Pacific which provides an opportunity to
exchange technology and information in the field of plastic materials and plastic products.
Previous AWPPs have successfully contributed to technology exchanges and built up a
network of connections between industry and academia, by creating the opportunity for
researchers and engineers from across Asia to gather in a single place. Newly developed
technologies which can support leading-edge industries are of great interest to all participants.
The workshop will help industry, researchers and engineers communicate with each other, give
useful information and create the chance for cooperative research for all the attendees. It isinteresting to note that we have delegates from 19 countries and more than two thirds are fromoutside of Australia. This diversity of involvement is clearly outside of just Austral-Asia. We
are delighted that many people have elected to spend quite a bit of time on an airplane to join
the workshop in Melbourne, Australia
It is difficult to run a workshop of this scale these days without sponsorship and we
acknowledge all the sponsors of the event. In particular, we acknowledge the ASR, Qenos,
RMIT, CSIRO and Zezt for their significant cash and in-kind contributions. To our othersponsors and exhibitors, thank you for helping to make the workshop possible and making it
affordable for our graduate and younger polymer processing/rheologists in Australia. It is
critical that they have forums such as this to test their knowledge and receive feedback on theirwork.
We hope you have a wonderful week in Melbourne. Please take the time to establish newcollaborations in polymer processing, rheology, emerging new trends and renew old
acquaintances, sample the food and wine and enjoy the beautiful city.
Predrag Micic (Qenos, Australia) Chair and Rahul Gupta (RMIT University), Co-Chair, AWPP
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Committees
Organising Committee
Dr. Predrag Micic, Chair, Qenos
Dr. Rahul Gupta, Co-Chair, RMIT University
Prof. Sati Bhattacharya, RMIT University
Dr. Mike O'Shea, CSIRO
Dr. Franco Costa, Autodesk Pty. Ltd.
Prof. Qipeng Guo, Deakin University
Professor Russell Varley, Deakin University
Technical Advisory Committee
Dr. Rahul Gupta, RMIT University
Assoc. Professor Nhol Kao, RMIT University
Dr. Muthu Pannirselvam, RMIT University
Assoc. Professor Igor Sbarski, Swinburne University
Assoc. Professor Xuehua Zhang, RMIT University
Prof. Peter Halley, University of Queensland

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General Information
Abstracts
Abstracts are contained within this booklet and are also available on the conference website
Accommodation
Rydges on Swanston, 701 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: +61 3 9347 7811
Ibis Melbourne Swanston Street, 609 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: +61 3 8341 4777
Airport Transfers
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is 25km north of the city on the Tullamarine Freeway. It has
both international and domestic terminals in close proximity, making transfers easy.
How to get from Melbourne Airport to Melbourne City Centre
Bus Transfers: Skybus transfers to/from the airport will cost approximately $19. Simply
purchase your ticket then board SkyBus express from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) toSouthern Cross Station. On arrival at Southern Cross Station, check in to the City Hotel Shuttle
booth and they will allocate you to a mini-bus who will take you to your hotel door. For yourreturn, ask your concierge to call SkyBus during their operating hours on +(61 3) 9600 1711
(quoting your room number) to reserve a pick-up time for the SkyBus Free City Hotel Shuttle.
You will be taken to their city terminal at Southern Cross Station to board an express SkyBus
to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).
Taxi: Melbourne’s taxis are a safe and convenient way to get from the airport to yourdestination. Taxi ranks are located on the ground floor outside Terminals 1 and 3. You cancatch a taxi from designated taxi ranks. Taxi fares are calculated according to the distance andduration of the journey, and will vary based on the number of people and time of travel.
Additional charges apply if you travel on some public holidays, late at night, travel with fiveor more people or pay with credit or debit card. Estimated cost to CBD: AUD$50-$60
AwardsAWPP is awarding a 1st and 2nd poster prize to students to encourage participation and torecognize excellence. The recipients will be determined based on the scientific content andquality of presentation. Th winners will be announced at the Conference Banquet on Tuesday
8 November. The Best Poster award is sponsored by LG Hausys and ASR.
Banks and Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs)
Banks are open from 0930 to 1600 Monday to Thursday and 0930 to 1700 on Fridays. Banksare closed all day Saturday and Sunday. Exchange facilities are available at the airport andmost major hotels. Automatic teller (ATMs) facilities are available at a wide variety of outlets.
Please ask at your hotel’s reception if you require information on the location of banks andATMs.
Decimal currency is used in Australia - units are dollars and cents. All major credit cards arewidely accepted in Australia. Visit www.xe.com for current exchange rates.

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Certificates of attendance
A certificate of attendance will be emailed to you after the Conference.
Catering
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be available during the Conference in the exhibitionarea (located in the foyer) and is included in your registration fee.
Workshop Venue
The conference is being held on Level 4 of the Rydges on Swanston Hotel, 701 Swanston
Street, Carlton, VIC 3053.
Dietary requirements
If you have not already provided details of any special diet, special needs or disability
assistance required, please notify the staff at het registration desk.
Disclaimer
In the event of industrial disruption the meeting organisers cannot be held responsible for any
losses incurred by delegates. The program is correct at the time of printing; however theorganisers reserve the right to alter the program, if and as is deemed necessary.
Dress codes
Welcome reception
Business attire / Smart Dress
Conference dinnerBusiness attire / Smart Dress
Duplication/recording
Unauthorised photography, audio taping, video recording, digital taping or any other form of
duplication is strictly prohibited in Conference sessions. If you would like copies ofpresentations, please approach the presenter with your request.
Electricity
The electrical supply is 240 volts, 50Hz. The connection for appliances is a flat 3-pin plug of
unique design. Most hotels provide 110 volt outlets for shavers.
Emergency details
In an emergency telephone 000 for Ambulance, Fire Service or Police.
Exhibition
The Conference exhibition will be located on in the Skyline Lounge on the 4 th floor of the
Rydges on Swanston Hotel.
Insurance
The Conference does not provide insurance to delegates. We strongly recommend that you takeout insurance policies to cover medical and travel expenses. If necessary, consult your travel
agent.
Internet and Wi-Fi accessFree Wi-Fi will be available during the conference. Access information will be provided at thetime of registration including network and password details.

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Melbourne
Melbourne, located on the east coast, is the second largest city in Australia. More than 3.5
million people live in the city, which has been voted The World's Most Liveable City on anumber of occasions.
Melbourne is one of the most cosmopolitan and multicultural cities in the world, with 140
nationalities representing 100 religious faiths and 180 different languages. While you are here,
please explore the city's range of delights. There is something for everyone; diverse arts andcultural attractions, delightful parks and gardens, exciting entertainment options and a vibrantfood and wine culture.
Melbourne has a lively passion for social eating and drinking, which is reflected in thethousands of restaurants serving up gastronomic experiences from around the world.
Everywhere you will uncover a vast array of fashionable cafes, where you can enjoy
Melbourne's existential coffee and cafe culture to the fullest. Once the conference is done forthe day, cosmopolitan Melbourne awaits you. Explore the intriguing city where getting lost ina laneway is a highlight: hidden treasures are around each corner and a multitude of festivals
will satisfy every one of your senses.
A visit to Melbourne would not be complete without a visit to Queen Victoria Market,
Victoria's premier market and a major tourist attraction with fresh produce and general goods.
Try to visit while all the produce stalls are operating (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
mornings) because they make up the real heart of the market. More information
at www.qvm.com.au.
If you have more time on your hands, a visit to regional Victoria unlocks a memory card fullof spectacular coastlines, award-winning wineries, premier golf courses, and day spas withnatural mineral springs.
For more information on Melbourne's attractions, see www.visitmelbourne.com
Melbourne City Guides
Melbourne Official Visitors Guide
Play Melbourne
Timeout Melbourne
Food and wine
The Age Good Food Guide 2013
The Age Good Café Guide
The Age Good Bar Guide

Arts
ArtsView
Detour Melbourne Street Art Guide
Transport
Public Transport Victoria
13CABS

Mobile phones
Australia operates on a digital network.
As a courtesy to speakers and your fellow delegates, you will be asked to please switch off
your mobile phone or set it to silent/mute when in sessions.
Name badges
For security purposes, delegates, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors are required to wear theirname badges to all Conference sessions and social functions. Name badges for day
registrations will specify the day of attendance and cannot be used to attend sessions outside
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Parking
Limited onsite parking is available at the Rydges on Swanston Hotel at a rate of $25 for 24hours. Additional parking is available nearby at University Square Car Park
Poster Sessions
Posters will be displayed on Monday only in the Skyline Lounge on Level 4. Poster
presenters can place their posters on the correct poster boards from 8.00am Monday
morning. Posters should be in place no later than 2:00pm Monday afternoon.
Velcro is available at the registration desk. Please check the abstract book after you haveregistered to confirm your poster board number.
Poster presenters must be present during the dedicated poster session on Monday evening(7 November) from 18:00 – 19:00. Posters must be removed at the end of the poster session
as the boards will be removed from the exhibition area on Monday night. Any uncollected
posters will be disposed of.
ProgramEvery endeavour has been made to ensure that the Conference program details were correct
at time of printing. Any subsequent changes or modifications to the program will beannounced to delegates throughout the Conference as required.
The Conference Organising Committee reserves the right to change the Conference programat any time without notice. Please note that this program was accurate at the time of printing.
Public transport
Melbourne's public transport system uses a reusable smart card called ‘myki’. You can buy
and top up your myki at close to 800 retailers including all 7-Eleven stores and the ticket
office window at Premium train stations. There is no opportunity to buy or top up on trams
so you must purchase and top up the card prior to using public transport. See
http://ptv.vic.gov.au/tickets/myki/ for details.
Registration Desk
The registration desk is located on Level 4 foyer of the Rydges on Swanston Hotel. The
registration desk will be open at the following times:
Sunday 6 November
Monday 7 November
Tuesday 8 November
Wednesday 9 November
Registration desk telephone:

1600 – 1800
0730 – 1900
0745 – 1830
0745 – 1300
+61 (0)431 333797

Shopping
Most shops in Melbourne are generally open from 0900 to 1700, Saturday to Wednesday
and 0900 to 2100 Thursday to Friday. In all stores and shopping centres, major credit cards
are accepted and tax-free shopping is possible within the city. Walking is the best way toshop, especially along Melbourne's arcades and laneways. Outside the city centre, visit
shopping precincts like Chapel Street in South Yarra, Acland Street in St Kilda andBrunswick Street in Fitzroy, especially on weekends. Here you'll find everything from retro
home wares to funky shops selling cult-in-the-making jewellery. These strips also have
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted inside any enclosed public place, workplace or and shared area.
Speakers
Presenters that have not sent PPT presentations in advance should hand in their presentations
when registering. Presentations should be named by presentation number followed bysurname (i.e. OR021_Takano or PL001_Kim).
If you will be using a mac or your own laptop for your presentation please advise theregistration desk. Please note if you are presenting with a mac you will need to supply a
VGA adapter. Presenters using their own equipment MUST set this up in the break before
their presentation, please also notify the team at the Registration Desk.
Please be in your presentation room at least 15 minutes prior to the start of your session tomeet your chairperson and other presenters and ensure your presentation is loaded andrunning correctly.
PPT presentations in the all rooms should be saved as 4:3 format (25.4cm wide x 19.05 cmtall).
Taxis
Melbourne taxis are numerous and easy to spot, as they are all painted yellow. Drivers are
required to wear a neat uniform and have an identity card on show at all times.
Hailing a taxi
Taxis often wait in designated ranks that are clearly signposted at central locations like major
hotels in the CBD, or busy spots such as Flinders Street Station. You can also hail a taxi inthe street if the rooftop light is illuminated, it means the taxi is available for hire – telephonebookings are also available. The closest rank to the University is at the Royal Melbourne
Hospital, Grattan Street, Carlton. The fare from the hotel to the CBD should beapproximately AUD$10 and to Melbourne Airport approximately AUD$55, depending on
the time of day.
Melbourne's major taxi companies include:
13CABS
Phone: 13 22 27

Silver Top Taxis
Phone: 13 10 08

Taxes
A Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 10% applies to all consumer goods and is included inretail ticket prices. All fees are quoted in Australian Dollars and are subject to GST. In somecases the GST is able to be claimed back on exiting the country.
Tipping
Tipping is not the general custom in Australia and service charges are not added to accounts
by hotels and restaurants. However, you may tip hotel porters and food and drink waiters inrestaurants (up to 10% of the bill) for special service. At any time, tipping is at yourdiscretion.

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TramsFor those wishing to use the trams, delegates should be aware that all trams to and from thecity on Swanston Street, terminate at the University of Melbourne. The stop closest to theconference venue is Lincoln Square. Don’t forget you will need a MYKI transport card tocatch a tram (except the free city circle tram – see below).
The free City Circle tram is purple/maroon in colour. These tram stops are specially marked
with a City Circle sign. City Circle trams operate in both directions every 12 minutes
between 10am and 6pm from Sunday to Wednesday and between 10am and 9pm every
Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Note: This free City Circle tram circles the city and does
NOT go directly to Rydges on Swanson.
Useful websites and apps
The following websites contain information on events, film, theatre, exhibitions, dance,music and forums available in Melbourne and further afield.
o www.visitmelbourne.com
o www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
o www.onlymelbourne.com.au
o www.melbournegigs.com
Tap into your travel smarts with your iPhone, iPad or Android phone and download theseapps to find your way around Melbourne's bars, restaurants, events and transport.
Weather
Melbourne has a reputation for its changeable weather. A tip is to be prepared for anything– take an umbrella and wear layers that can be worn or removed as needed. November islate spring in Melbourne with average temperatures ranging from 10°C (minimum) to 20°C
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Social program
Welcome Reception
Date:
Welcome reception:
Venue:
Tickets:
Additional ticket/s:
Dress code:

6 November 20161800 – 2000
Pool Deck Terrace, 4th Floor, Rydges on Swanston Hotel
Inclusive for full registered delegates
AUD $55
Business attire / Smart Dress. Name badges required.

Pre-register for the Conference and then meet with old and new colleagues in a relaxed andinformal environment whilst enjoying drinks and canapés. Admission to the reception is
included for all fully registered delegates who registered before Friday 4 November. Latetickets can be purchased for $55 the conference registration desk.

Conference Dinner
Date:
Time:
Dinner:Venue:
Tickets:
Additional ticket/s:
Dress code:

8 November 2016
Walk from Rydges on Swanston to venue at 1845
1900 – 2300
Dining Hall, Ormond College, 49 College Crescent, Parkville
Inclusive for full registered delegates.
AUD $100
Business attire / Smart Dress. Name badges required.

The college, founded in 1881 has grown to become the largest college at the University of
Melbourne, and the buildings magnificent neo-gothic architecture and extensive gardens
provide a unique backdrop for the dinner.
Ormond College is perfectly located, just a 15-minute walk from the conference venue,
Rydges on Swanston. A member of the AWPP 2016 committee will walk with delegates toOrmond College. Please meet in the hotel reception at Rydges on Swanston Hotel at 1845.
For delegates making their own way to Ormond College, turn left out of Rydges on
Swanston and left onto Grattan Streeet. Turn right onto Royal Parade and Ormond College
is on the right hand side, just as College Crescent joins Royal Parade.
Delegates that indicated they were attending the dinner will have a ticket behind their namebadge. If you do not have a ticket but would like to attend the dinner please see theConference Registration Desk to book BEFORE 1600 on Monday 7 November.

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Optional Site Visits
Wednesday Field Trip: Qenos
Date:
Time:
Venue:
Departs from:Tickets:
Dress code:
Host:

9 November 2016
1305 – 1730
Qenos Resins, 611-629 Kororoit Creek Road , Altona 3018
Lincoln Square North
Included, but pre-bookings required
Closed shoes and long sleeves required. Name badges required.
Kim Fairhall

Delegates that booked onto this site visit will have a ticket behind their name badge. If you
do not have a ticket but would like to attend please see the Conference Registration Desk tobook.
Buses will depart from Lincoln Square North (the Restaurant side of Rydges on Swanston)
PROMPTLY at 1305. Please board the bus from 1300. The bus will return at approx. 1730
to Rydges on Swanston.
For delegates making their own way to the venue parking is available on site. Delegatesshould meet in front of the Gate House.

Wednesday Field Trip: Carbon Nexus and CSIRO, Warun Ponds
Date:
Time:
Venues:Departs from:Tickets:
Dress code:
Host:

9 November 2016
1305 – 1900
Carbon Nexus, NJ Building, Gate 2, 75 Pigdons Road Waurn Ponds
CSIRO, NK Building, Gate 2, 75 Pigdons Road Waurn Ponds
Lincoln Square North
Included, but pre-bookings required
Closed shoes. Name badges required.
CSIRO: Shaun Smith. Carbon Nexus: Russell Varley

Delegates that booked onto this site visit will have a ticket behind their name badge. If you
do not have a ticket but would like to attend please see the Conference Registration Desk tobook.
Buses will depart from Lincoln Square North (the Restaurant side of Rydges on Swanston)
PROMPTLY at 1305. Please board the bus from 1300. The bus will return between 1830and 1900 to Rydges on Swanston via the airport. Delegates going to the airport should taketheir luggage with them and leave it on board the bus during the site visit.
For delegates making their own way to the venue they should enter via Gate 2, Pigdons Road
(1st Left going under freeway after freeway exit and turning right onto Princess Highway).
Meet out of the front of the NJ building. There is a free car park opposite building NR,
alternatively you can pay for a ticket at the machine (on the service road by gate 2). Site
maps are available from the conference registration desk.

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