Finite Element Analysis of Aerospace Structures

A special issue of Aerospace (ISSN 2226-4310).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 18

Special Issue Editors


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School of Aeronautics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, China
Interests: fatigue; fracture; cyclic plasticity; deep learning; finite element analysis
School of Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, China
Interests: fatigue; defect; residual stress; crack growth; additive manufacturing

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Finite element analysis (FEA) has become an indispensable tool in the design, optimization, and safety assessment of aerospace structures. With the increasing demand for lightweight, high-performance, and reliable components, advanced numerical modeling plays a critical role in addressing the challenges posed by complex geometries, multi-physics interactions, and harsh service environments. Recent developments in computational methods, high-fidelity simulations, and multi-scale modeling approaches have significantly enhanced our ability to predict structural responses under static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue-loading conditions.

This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for scholars and engineers to present the latest advances in finite element modeling, numerical techniques, and engineering applications related to aerospace structures. Contributions covering novel simulation methodologies, experimental validation of FEA models, and case studies in structural integrity, reliability, and life prediction are particularly welcome. By bringing together diverse perspectives from academia and industry, this Special Issue seeks to promote knowledge exchange and foster innovative solutions to advance the future of aerospace structural analysis and design.

Dr. Xingyue Sun
Dr. Wenbo Sun
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • aerospace structures
  • finite element modeling
  • multi-scale and multi-physics simulations
  • structural integrity and reliability
  • fatigue and fracture analysis
  • composite and advanced materials
  • optimization and design methods
  • experimental validation and case studies

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