Functional Composites: Fabrication, Properties and Applications
A special issue of Journal of Composites Science (ISSN 2504-477X). This special issue belongs to the section "Composites Manufacturing and Processing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 85
Special Issue Editor
Interests: crystallization kinetics; polymer electrolytes; electrochemical sensing; biomimetic; antimicrobial coatings
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Research on functional composite materials is currently in a pivotal stage of rapid development. With their diverse properties and application potential, these materials hold a prominent position in the field of materials science. This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements and challenges in the areas of green sustainability, smart functionalities, and high-performance applications of composite materials. It covers innovative topics such as sustainable material design, smart functional materials, high-performance solutions, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
The scope includes the design of biodegradable, recyclable, and environmentally friendly materials; the development of smart functional materials with self-sensing, self-healing, and environmentally responsive capabilities; and solutions for lightweight design, wear resistance, thermal management, and energy storage in high-performance applications. Additionally, this Special Issue highlights advanced processing techniques, such as additive manufacturing (3D printing), AI-assisted design, and nanotechnology, as well as multifunctional materials that simultaneously meet requirements for structural strength, dielectric properties, and hydrophobicity. In the biomedical field, this Special Issue will focus on innovations in antimicrobial properties, biocompatibility, and medical device applications.
We invite experts, researchers, and professionals working on functional composite materials to submit their latest research findings, contributing to the innovation and development of this exciting field.
Dr. Jiunn Jer Hwang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable materials
- smart composite materials
- self-healing materials
- additive manufacturing technologies
- nanocomposite materials
- biocompatibility
- lightweight and high-strength design
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