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Special Issues
Coatings publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process.
The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue polices and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.
Advanced Surface Engineering in Welding and Additive Manufacturing
Deadline: 31 December 2026
Laser Coatings and Surface Engineering
Deadline: 30 September 2026
Laser Welding and Cladding: Recent Developments
Deadline: 20 September 2026
Laser-Based Techniques for Coating Deposition and Surface Modification
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Advances in Radiation-Resistant or Laser-Resistant Coatings
Deadline: 15 August 2026
Laser Technology of Thin Film and Coatings
Deadline: 30 June 2026
Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing and Surface Engineering for Advanced Coatings
Deadline: 30 June 2026
Advances in Laser Surface Treatment Technologies
Deadline: 30 June 2026
Fabrication and Tribological Properties of Laser Cladding Coatings
Deadline: 5 June 2026
Laser-Enhanced Wettability Control: Superhydrophilic and Superhydrophobic Surfaces
Deadline: 25 May 2026
Ultrafast Laser-Engineered Surfaces for Smart and Adaptive Functionality
Deadline: 20 May 2026
Research in Laser Welding and Surface Treatment Technology
Deadline: 25 April 2026
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