Laser-Based Surface Manufacturing: Precision, Efficiency, and Sustainability
A special issue of Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (ISSN 2504-4494).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 21
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Dear Colleagues,
Laser-based surface manufacturing has emerged as a key enabling technology for next-generation products, where stringent requirements on precision, functionality, and environmental performance must be met simultaneously. Advances in high-power and ultrafast lasers, beam delivery systems, in situ monitoring, and process modeling are transforming traditional surface treatments into highly controlled, digitally driven manufacturing solutions. These technologies allow for the creation of complex surface textures, tailored micro- and nano-structures, graded properties, and multifunctional coatings that enhance wear resistance, corrosion behavior, tribological performance, optical response, and even biological interactions. At the same time, laser-based processes offer significant advantages in terms of material efficiency, reduced use of hazardous chemicals, and integration into flexible, automated production lines—aligning closely with the goals of Industry 4.0 and sustainable manufacturing.
This Special Issue aims to bring together original research and review articles that advance the scientific understanding and industrial application of laser-based surface processes. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, laser surface texturing, cladding, alloying, hardening, remelting, and functionalization; modeling and simulation of laser–matter interaction; process monitoring, control, and optimization; development of new laser-based process chains; and case studies demonstrating improved performance or sustainability in real-world applications. By showcasing state-of-the-art developments and emerging trends, this Special Issue seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, engineers, and industrial practitioners, and to highlight the pivotal role of laser technologies in building a more precise, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing future.
Prof. Dr. António Pereira
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- laser surface texturing
- ultrafast laser processing
- functional surface engineering
- laser surface manufacturing
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