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Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Advances in Welding Technology
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 12 articles | Viewed by 62195
Keywords: welding technology; advanced fusion joining techniques; process parameters; economy in welding; quality in fusion welds
Advances in Injection Molding: Process, Materials and Applications submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 52916
Keywords: injection molding; micro injection molding; materials/process interactions; structure/properties relationships; quality control
Smart Manufacturing in the Era of Industry 4.0 submission deadline 31 Mar 2025 | 11 articles | Viewed by 63291
Keywords: smart manufacturing; robotics; automation; digital twin; additive manufacturing; Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0: Manufacturing and Materials Processing
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2025 | 14 articles | Viewed by 79487
Advances in High-Performance Machining Operations
edited by Guang Chen and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 30473
Keywords: machining; surface integrity; numerical modeling; microstructure evolution; thermal-mechanical behaviors; surface modification
Advances in Additive Manufacturing and Material Characterization Techniques
edited by Ana Vafadar and
submission deadline 30 Jun 2025 | 11 articles | Viewed by 50614
Keywords: additive manufacturing processes; 3D printing; material mechanical properties; additive manufacturing post-processing; industrial applications; design optimization
Advances in Dissimilar Metal Joining and Welding
edited by and Sérgio Tavares
submission deadline 30 Jun 2025 | 10 articles | Viewed by 32107
Keywords: dissimilar joining; welding; intermetallics; bonding mechanisms; structural integrity; fatigue; fracture; corrosion
Dynamics and Machining Stability for Flexible Systems submission deadline 30 Jun 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 28350
Keywords: digital twin; chatter stability; thin-walled machining; flexible machining systems; robotic machining; chatter avoidance; artificial intelligence; machine learning; compliant grinding; polishing; system identification; process monitoring
Recent Developments in Friction Stir Welding Technology and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 1 Oct 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 20657
Keywords: FSW; FSP; characterization; modelling; process control
Advances in 3D Printing Technologies: Materials, Processes, and Applications submission deadline 31 Oct 2025 | 19 articles | Viewed by 79719
Keywords: 3D printing technologies; additive manufacturing; advanced materials; process optimization; hybrid printing methods; sustainable manufacturing; biocompatible polymers; high-performance composites; multi-material printing; IoT integration AI in additive manufacturing; industry 4.0 integration
Advances in Laser-Assisted Manufacturing Techniques submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 25203
Keywords: laser-based additive manufacturing; laser cladding; laser cutting; laser surface treatment; laser welding; laser surface treatment; laser-based directed energy deposition (DED); laser-based powder bed fusion (PBF); laser-based powder bed sintering (PBS)
Recent Advances in 3D Printing Technologies in Bioengineering with Selected Papers from the 29th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB 2024)
edited by Bin Zhang, Amirpasha Moetazedian and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 8 articles | Viewed by 24706 | Printed Edition available
Keywords: 3D printing; additive manufacturing; prototypes; medical devices; 3D bioprinting; advanced biomaterials; 4D printing
Mechanics Analysis and Predictive Modeling of Engineering Materials Involved in the Manufacturing of Parts and Components
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 22611
Keywords: mechanics analysis; predictive modeling; engineering materials; manufacturing processes; heating and solidification; material deformation; advanced experimental techniques; numerical models; data-driven decision-making; microstructure investigation
Advances in Directed Energy Deposition Additive Manufacturing
edited by Zhichao Liu, and
submission deadline 31 Jan 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 27551
Keywords: directed energy deposition; process optimization; characterization; hybrid manufacturing; interaction mechanisms
Deformation and Mechanical Behavior of Metals and Alloys
edited by Guanghui Chen
submission deadline 28 Feb 2026 | 9 articles | Viewed by 22151
Keywords: thermo-mechanical treatment; deformation behavior; mechancical properties; deformed microstructure; fracture surface; wear surface
Advances in Material Forming: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 31 Mar 2026 | 8 articles | Viewed by 18150
Keywords: forming; rolling; forging; wire drawing; extrusion
Innovative and Sustainable Advances in Polymer Composites for Additive Manufacturing: Processing, Microstructure, Machining, and Mechanical Properties submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 10 articles | Viewed by 25193
Keywords: additive manufacturing (3D printing); polymer composites; processing techniques; microstructure–property relationships; mechanical properties; simulation and modelling; life cycle assessment (LCA); sustainable manufacturing; advanced material formulations; composite reinforcement innovation
Innovative Approaches in Metal Forming and Joining Technologies submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 11 articles | Viewed by 20153
Keywords: material characterization; metal forming; joining; hybrid joining; joint design; optimization; machine learning; sustainability
Additive Manufacturing of Copper-Based Alloys
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 13458
Keywords: copper; copper alloys; additive manufacturing; alloy development; material characterization; secondary operations; commercial applications
Recent Progress and Scientific Challenges in Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing
edited by Ahmad Wael Al Shaer
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1549
Keywords: lasers; additive manufacturing; defect-free manufacturing; near net-shape; microstructure; dynamic and static testing; process monitoring; simulation
Innovations in Laser-Assisted Machining for Precision and Efficiency submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 1332
Keywords: laser-assisted machining; laser-based hybrid machining; precision manufacturing; hard-to-machine materials; surface integrity
Green Heat Transfer: Towards Sustainable Manufacturing of Advanced Thermal Technologies
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7425
Keywords: sustainable manufacturing; thermal management systems; green thermal technologies; life cycle assessment; circular economy; additive manufacturing; energy-efficient cooling; nanofluids; Industry 4.0; renewable energy systems; artificial intelligence; machine learning
Design, Processes and Materials for Additive Manufacturing: 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 9 articles | Viewed by 35523
Keywords: additive manufacturing; AM design optimization; post-processing for AM; process optimization; in situ monitoring, defect detection, and process control for metal-based AM; material-related aspects of 4D printing; utilization of multi-material AM; new materials for AM
Technological Advances and Industrial Applications in Intelligent Manufacturing
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 13644
Keywords: additive manufacturing; inverse problem solving; artificial intelligence; non-parametric optimization; nanomaterials; simulation; intelligent manufacturing; multiphysics design; structural optimization; industrial applications
Advances in Injection Molding: Process, Materials and Applications, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 9295
Keywords: injection molding; micro injection molding; materials/process interactions; structure/properties relationships; quality control
Mechanics and Manufacturing of Advanced Composite Materials and Structures
edited by Easir Papon
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3136
Keywords: carbon fiber reinforced composites; nanocomposites; thermoset and thermoplastic composites; fatigue and fracture; additive manufacturing; automated fiber placement; automated tape laying; sustainability and recycled composites; multiscale modeling; AI/ML in composites; process–structure–property relationship; data-driven materials design; autonomous manufacturing
Application of 3D Printing Technology in Manufacturing and Material Processing
edited by Guangda Zhu and Yi Hou
submission deadline 31 Aug 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 18697
Keywords: 3D printing; additive manufacturing; material processing; functional materials; advanced applications
Advances in Powder Bed Fusion Technologies
edited by Xiaoyu Liang
submission deadline 31 Aug 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 14732
Keywords: laser powder bed fusion; electron beam powder bed fusion; simulation; monitoring; hybrid manufacturing; multi-materials; field-assisted manufacturing; laser beam shaping; metals; ceramics; polymers
Processing, Mechanical Properties, and Manufacturing Techniques of Advanced Composite Materials
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2026 | 12 articles | Viewed by 8472
Keywords: engineering; materials; composites; synthetic fibers; natural fibers; recycled materials; polymers; biopolymers; additives; sustainability; experimental analysis; modelling/simulation; thermal and chemical stability; fatigue resistance
Haptic-Robotic Systems in Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Assembly, Simulation, and Training submission deadline 31 Aug 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3781
Keywords: haptic–robotic systems; industrial design; manufacturing
Advanced Design, Manufacturing, and Applications of Precision Machine Tools
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submission deadline 30 Sep 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 6689 | Submission Open
Keywords: precision machine tools; thermal error compensation; vibration control; high-performance machining; digital twin; smart manufacturing; AI-driven process optimization; ultra-precision machining; structural optimization; energy-efficient machining
Artificial Intelligence Systems for Intelligent Manufacturing submission deadline 30 Sep 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3268 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence (AI); intelligent manufacturing; machine learning; deep learning; generative AI; industrial automation; predictive maintenance; process optimization; quality control; digital twin
Advances in Material Forming, 3rd Edition
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submission deadline 30 Sep 2026 | Viewed by 344 | Submission Open
Keywords: forming; rolling; forging; wire drawing; extrusion
Emerging Functional, Topological, Metamaterial, and Optimization-Based Design Approaches for Additive Manufacturing
edited by Enrico Dalpadulo and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2026 | Viewed by 285 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional integration; topology optimization design; lattice structures design; multi-scale/hierarchical design; multi-materials design; meta-materials design; product-process design; sustainable design
Smart Manufacturing in the Era of Industry 4.0, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 36376 | Submission Open
Keywords: smart manufacturing; robotics; automation; digital twin; additive manufacturing; Industry 4.0
Recent Advances in Optimization of Additive Manufacturing Processes
edited by , and Tiago Vieira Da Cunha
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 9 articles | Viewed by 28002 | Submission Open
Keywords: performance optimization; additive manufacturing constraints; smart sensing technologies; simulation and modeling; generative design; topology and shape optimization; closed-loop control systems; support structure optimization
Digital Twinning for Manufacturing submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 19907 | Submission Open
Keywords: advanced manufacturing; digital twin technology; smart factories; manufacturing processes and systems
Advanced Welding Processes, Additive Manufacturing and Numerical Models: 2nd Edition
edited by Hui Huang
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 10 articles | Viewed by 14780 | Submission Open
Keywords: welding; additive manufacturing; process monitoring; modeling
Integrated Forming, Treatment and Modelling of Lightweight Alloys
edited by and Sungmin Yoon
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1199 | Submission Open
Keywords: lightweight alloys; severe plastic deformation; surface treatment; microstructure evolution; multi-physics-assisted forming; finite element simulation; data-driven modeling
Microstructure Control and Mechanical Behavior in Additively Manufactured Metallic Components
edited by
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 761 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; microstructure control; mechanical behavior
Advanced Coating Technologies: Thermal Spray, Cold Spray, and Laser Deposition
edited by Shams Anwar
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 207 | Submission Open
Keywords: advanced coatings; thermal and cold spray; laser deposition; corrosion and degradation modeling; energy and transportation systems
Advances in Welding Technology: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4324 | Submission Open
Keywords: welding technology; advanced fusion joining techniques; process parameters; economy in welding; quality in fusion welds
Recent Advances in 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Technologies submission deadline 30 Nov 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2003 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing (AM); 3D/4D printing; fused deposition mmodeling (FDM); polymer composites for AM; advanced materials for additive manufacturing; process optimization in AM; biomedical and industrial applications; sustainable manufacturing
Emerging Manufacturing Strategies: Additive, Nano and Composite Fabrication of Functional Materials submission deadline 30 Nov 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1723 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; nanomanufacturing; composite materials; functional materials; nanocomposites; hybrid manufacturing processes; process–structure–property relationships; advanced material fabrication
Advanced Functional Materials and Green Manufacturing Technologies
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submission deadline 30 Nov 2026 | Viewed by 677 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable manufacturing; green manufacturing technologies; advanced functional materials; energy conversion and storage; water splitting; electrochemical engineering; desalination technologies; water treatment; soil remediation; electrokinetic remediation; ionic liquids; green synthesis; additive manufacturing; printed functional materials; entropy alloys; reinforced advanced materials; gas sensors; environmental remediation; low-carbon processing
Next-Generation Machine Tools and Machining Technology submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 5498 | Submission Open
Keywords: next-generation machine tools; intelligent monitoring and quality control; less-manned/unmanned manufacturing; green manufacturing; AI and digital twins in manufacturing; high-performance cutting
The Future of Manufacturing: Embracing Digitalization and Smart Technologies
edited by Anis Fatima
submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 921 | Submission Open
Keywords: industry 4.0; smart manufacturing; digital transformation; cyber-physical systems; industrial internet of things (IIoT); digital twin; artificial intelligence in manufacturing; machine learning; big data analytics; cloud manufacturing; edge computing; predictive maintenance; advanced robotics; additive manufacturing; human–robot collaboration; sustainable manufacturing; green manufacturing; resilient supply chains; smart factories; autonomous production systems
Recent Developments in Materials Processing for Modern Applications: Advancements and Challenges
edited by Liviu Andrușcă and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 9 articles | Viewed by 15842 | Submission Open
Keywords: microstructure; processing; thermo-mechanical processing; dual-phase materials
Advancing Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) for Metallic Component Manufacture: Recent Developments and Challenges
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 11151 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; process optimization; wire arc directed energy deposition (WA-DED); wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM); control systems; defects in WA-DED; microstructural heterogeneity; in situ enhancements; metal feedstocks; 3D Printing; layer-by-layer manufacturing; metal additive manufacturing; hybrid manufacturing; digital fabrication; advanced manufacturing; directed energy deposition (DED); melt pool dynamics; heat affected zone (HAZ); residual stresses; multi-material deposition; toolpath optimization; wire feeding mechanisms; deposition rate; layer geometry control; thermal management; arc stability
AI-Driven Smart Manufacturing: Bridging Data Innovation, Industrial Practice, and Ethical Intelligence submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 8006 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial Intelligence (AI) in manufacturing; data-driven manufacturing; intelligent manufacturing; predictive maintenance and quality assurance; digital twins and cyber-physical systems; industrial internet of things (IIoT)
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