Laser Surface Modification: Advances and Applications
A special issue of Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (ISSN 2504-4494).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 171
Special Issue Editor
Interests: laser surface modification; fatigue; mechanical properties; metallurgical behavior; micromechanical properties; nanotechnology; phase transformation; stainless steels
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Dear Colleagues,
Laser surface modification has emerged as a transformative technology in modern manufacturing and materials processing. By utilizing the precision and energy efficiency of laser systems, significant advancements have been achieved in surface hardening, texturing, alloying, and coatings. These modifications enable enhanced material properties such as wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and esthetic finishes, aligning with the evolving demands of high-performance applications across aerospace, automotive, medical, and energy industries.
This Special Issue invites high-quality original research articles and comprehensive review papers focusing on recent developments, novel methodologies, and industrial applications in laser surface modification. Topics of interest include but are not limited to the following:
- Laser-induced surface texturing for functional enhancements;
- Innovations in laser cladding and alloying;
- Advanced characterization techniques for modified surfaces;
- Theoretical and computational modeling in laser–material interactions;
- Applications in additive manufacturing and repair processes;
- Environmental and sustainability aspects of laser-based technologies.
We encourage contributions that bridge the gap between academic research and industrial practice. Join us in exploring the future of laser surface modification technologies.
Dr. Mohammad Rezayat
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- laser surface modification
- surface texturing
- laser cladding
- advanced coatings
- additive manufacturing
- wear and corrosion resistance
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