Recent Developments in Composite Materials: The Processing, Manufacturing, and Computational Modeling

Dear Colleagues,

I cordially invite you to submit your research articles for a Special Issue titled “Recent Developments in Composite Materials: The Processing, Manufacturing, and Computational Modeling”. This initiative aims to highlight the latest advancements in the field of composite materials, focusing on the intricacies of processing techniques, innovative manufacturing methods, and sophisticated computational modeling approaches. 

The materials community recognizes that a primary objective in advancing state-of-the-art composite materials is to engineer high-strength, multi-material systems that exhibit exceptional toughness and enhance fracture resistance. Achieving these ambitious goals necessitates a comprehensive understanding of both macro-scale and micro-scale processes, including the integration of nano-scale phenomena in the production and modeling of these complex structures. 

For this Special Issue, I encourage contributions that detail innovative methodologies, novel materials, and insightful computational strategies that can significantly influence the current and future landscapes of both academia and industry. This Special Issue serves as a platform for researchers to share their findings, foster collaboration, and inspire the continued evolution of composite materials science, ultimately driving technological advancements across diverse applications. Potential submissions may encompass a range of theoretical, experimental, and numerical research areas as below, though they are not limited to these.  

1. Theoretical and Numerical Studies:

   - Development of new models, either mesh-based or meshless, for predicting composite behaviors. 

   - Multi-scale modeling techniques for understanding the properties of composite materials. 

   - Multi-physics modeling techniques under extreme environmental conditions such as high temperatures, humidity, and corrosive environments. 

   - Mesh-based finite element analysis and meshless techniques, such as smoothed particle hydrodynamics, finite difference methods, and peridynamic theory to study mechanical responses and damage behaviors under various environmental conditions. 

- Computational fluid dynamics for analyzing the processing of composite materials.  

2. Experimental Investigations: 

   - Testing and characterizing the mechanical properties of novel composites. 

   - Studies on the durability and fatigue resistance of composite materials under various environmental conditions. 

3. Fabrication Techniques: 

   - Innovative methods for manufacturing composite structures, such as 3D printing or additive manufacturing. 

   - Investigations into eco-friendly and sustainable production processes for composites. 

4. Interfacial Properties: 

   - Studies on the interface between matrix and reinforcement materials and how it affects overall performance. 

5. Recycling and Sustainability: 

   - Research into the recycling of composite materials and their life cycle assessment. 

   - Development of biodegradable composites and sustainable sourcing of raw materials. 

6. Applications and Performance: 

   - Exploring new applications in aerospace, automotive, or civil engineering industries. 

   - Studies on the impact of composite design on performance and functionality. 

Overall, I invite researchers to explore and contribute to the dynamic and evolving field of composite materials. The outlined areas above provide an excellent foundation demonstrating innovative research that intersects with various disciplines. We encourage you to leverage your expertise and interests to uncover new avenues for collaboration and discovery. Your contributions are vital for advancing our understanding and application of composite materials. We look forward to your insights and ideas that can shape the future of this exciting field! 

Dr. Cagan Diyaroglu
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1800 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

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