Technology, Characterization and Performance of Multiple Composites Materials Prepared by Additive Manufacturing
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: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 10
Special Issue Editors
Interests: additive manufacturing; aluminum alloy; magnesium alloy; composite material; bimetal; multiscale simulation; machine learning
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the fabrication of multiple materials, enabling the creation of complex, functionally graded structures that are unattainable with traditional manufacturing methods. This technology has garnered immense interest from researchers and industry professionals alike, owing to its wide-ranging applications in key sectors such as aerospace, automotive, biomedical engineering, and electronics—where customized, high-performance multi-material components are in growing demand.
However, the development of multiple materials via AM still faces critical challenges, including optimizing material compatibility during deposition, achieving precise control over interfacial microstructures, and establishing reliable correlations between processing parameters, material characterization, and end-use performance. Addressing these challenges is essential to unlock the full potential of AM-fabricated multiple materials and drive their practical implementation.
This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research, review articles, and case studies that focus on the technology, characterization, and performance of multiple materials prepared by additive manufacturing. We invite contributions from academia and industry to share insights into novel AM processes for multi-materials, advanced characterization techniques (e.g., microstructural, mechanical, thermal, and electrical analysis), and performance evaluation for specific applications. By showcasing the latest advancements, this Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the field, foster knowledge exchange, and inspire further innovation. We warmly welcome potential contributors to submit their work and look forward to offering readers a valuable resource that shapes the future of AM-based multi-material systems.
Dr. Guangyu Li
Dr. Li Yang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- multiple material
- additive manufacturing
- microstructure characteristics
- mechanical properties
- preparation process
- interface
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