Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Dissimilar Material Joints
A special issue of Crystals (ISSN 2073-4352). This special issue belongs to the section "Crystalline Metals and Alloys".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 January 2027 | Viewed by 14
Editors
Interests: brazing; wetting; composites; alloy; microstructure
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Interests: welding; dissimilar material joining; surface and interface; mechanical properties and characterization; brazing and diffusion bonding
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Interests: brazing; dissimilar materials; ceramics; electronic packaging
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Interests: dissimilar material joining; electron beam welding; multi-physics simulation; laser welding; microstructure-property relationships
Interests: joining of C/C composites; high-entropy materials; first-principles calculations; interfacial reactions; oxidation resistance
Interests: steel; alloys; mechanical properties; precipitates; microstructure; welded joints, creep; heat treatment
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The growing global demand for lightweight, high-performance, and multifunctional structures in aerospace, automotive, energy, and biomedical sectors has made the reliable joining of dissimilar materials (such as metal/polymer, metal/ceramic, or dissimilar metallic/alloy systems) increasingly critical. However, intrinsic mismatches in physical and chemical properties often lead to complex microstructural evolution, residual stresses, and the formation of brittle intermetallic compounds, which directly govern joint integrity and service life.
This Special Issue aims to bring together state-of-the-art research on characterization strategies, process optimization (e.g., welding, brazing, adhesive bonding, and solid-state joining), and multi-scale modelling approaches that elucidate structure–property relationships in dissimilar material joints. We invite contributions exploring innovative interlayers, surface modifications, and in situ diagnostic techniques. By deepening the fundamental understanding of interfacial phenomena and damage mechanisms, this collection will support the design of reliable and durable joints and foster innovation in engineering applications where single materials fall short.
Dr. Xiajun Guo
Dr. Bo Yang
Dr. Chenghao Zhang
Dr. Jun Jin
Dr. Xincheng Wang
Dr. Marek Sroka
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- welding and joining
- dissimilar materials joining
- brazing
- mechanical properties
- interfacial microstructure
- ceramic
- alloys
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