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Multiphase Systems with Polymeric Matrices: Polymer Blends and Composites II submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 14 articles | Viewed by 19646
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)
Mechanical Behavior of Concrete Materials and Structures: Experimental Evidence and Analytical Models (Volume II) submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 18422
Keywords: concrete; reinforced concrete; prestressed concrete; mechanical strength; limit-state behavior; concrete structures; analytical models; experimental findings; service conditions; ultimate conditions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Methodology of the Design and Testing of Composite Structures submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 14 articles | Viewed by 17473
Keywords: composites; composite design; identification and prediction of effective physical and mechanical properties of composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)
Friction, Corrosion and Protection of Material Surfaces
edited by , Zhenyu Wang, and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 16266
Keywords: friction; corrosion; surface modification; coating; thin films; degradation mechanisms; advanced materials; surface and interface
(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)
Advances in Mechanical Properties and Structure of Metal and Metal Composites
edited by Shucai Zhang
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 14 articles | Viewed by 14722
Keywords: metal; metal composites; mechanical properties; structure; tensile; impact; compressive; fatigue; creep; tribological
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Recent Advances in Metal Powder Based Additive Manufacturing
edited by Hong Wu, and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 14569
Keywords: metal powder materials; powder bed fusion; direct energy deposition; binder jetting; microstructures and properties; post-processing of AM components
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Advance in Sustainable Construction and Building Materials (2nd Edition)
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 16 articles | Viewed by 13709
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Advanced Multifunctional Coatings for New Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 13261
Keywords: thin films; micro/nanostructured surfaces; nucleation and film growth; protective coatings; wear and friction; anti-corrosion; anti-biofouling; electrical and electrochemical properties; superhydrophobic; film and coating characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)
Advanced Semiconductor/Memory Materials and Devices
edited by and Jung-Kyu Lee
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 12623
Keywords: memory devices and materials; non-volatile memory (NVM); semiconductor memory devices; resistive random-access memory (RRAM); ferroelectric random-access memory (FeRAM/FRAM); magnetoresistive random-access memory (MRAM); phase-change memory (PCM); spin-transfer-torque random-access memory (STTRAM); FeFET memory; resistive switching; memristors; neuromorphic computing systems; synaptic devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)
3D Printing Technology with Metal Materials submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 13 articles | Viewed by 12375
Keywords: 3D printing; construction materials; prototyping for 3D printing; printing technology; powder metallic materials; printing parameters; properties of printing materials; mechanical technological and chemical properties of printed details; standardization in 3D printing; hazards of 3D metal printing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Sustainable Recycling Techniques of Pavement Materials II
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 12 articles | Viewed by 11568
Keywords: pavement recycling techniques; industrial and construction waste utilization in pavement engineering; sustainable techniques for pavement materials; green low-carbon and durable pavement structures and materials; evaluation and simulation of sustainable pavement materials; infrastructure durability improvements by recycled pavement materials; life cycle assessment (GHG emission reduction/life cycle cost decrease attributed to the utilization of waste in pavement materials)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Metalworking Processes: Theoretical and Experimental Study submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 9 articles | Viewed by 11031
Keywords: plastic working processes; thermomechanical treatment processes; numerical modelling; physical modelling; microstructure modelling; metallographic tests
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Porous Ceramics, Glasses and Composites, Volume II
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 9 articles | Viewed by 10284
Keywords: porous materials; mesoporous ceramics; porous glasses; scaffolds; sintering; foaming; adsorbent; catalytic support; additive manufacturing; porous composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Porous Materials)
Food Industry Wastes and By-Products in Polymer Technology
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 9768
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)
Characterization of Metallic Materials: Microstructure, Forming and Heat Treatment (Second Edition)
edited by , Young-Ok Yoon, Dong-Earn Kim and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 12 articles | Viewed by 6883
Keywords: metals and alloys; microstructure characterization; microscopy; solidification; forming
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Effect of Additives/Admixtures on the Properties of Concretes and Cementitious Composites
edited by Mengjun Chen and Jiwen Bai
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 5757
Keywords: concrete admixtures; chemical admixture; cement hydration; cementitious materials; solid waste utilization; property modulation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Preparation, Processing, and Application of Advanced Functional Carbon Materials
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 5704
Keywords: diamond preparation and characterization methods; diamond applications in various field; carbon composite preparation and applications; graphite; graphene; carbon nanotube; and fullerene characterization and applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Carbon Materials)
Sustainable Materials for Engineering Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5572
Keywords: sustainable materials; environmental impact; bio-based materials; recycled materials; material processing; manufacturing techniques; energy-efficient processes; structural materials; high-performance concrete; sustainable metals; sustainable composites; sustainable polymers; renewable energy materials; fuel cells; sustainable transportation; lightweight materials; electric vehicle components; alternative fuel systems; water treatment; sustainable development; environmental consciousness
(This special issue belongs to the Section Green Materials)
Research on Low Carbonization Application of Magnesia-Based Cementitious Materials
edited by and Hongfa Yu
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 5388
Keywords: solid waste; magnesia-based cement; carbon dioxide
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Materials Formed under Extreme Conditions in Additive Manufacturing: Creation of Materials by Super-Thermal Field
edited by , , , Kouhei Morishita, , Toda Yoshiaki, , Teiichi Kimura and Albert C. To
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4889
Keywords: additive manufacturing; microstructure control; biomaterials; high-temperature structural materials; data science; computer simulation; materials processing; solidification; crystal growth; texture; solute segregation; phase transformation; thermal stress; melting; dislocation; 4D printing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Mechanical Behavior and Numerical Simulation of Sandwich Composites
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4884
Keywords: lattice architectures; advanced and smart materials; material characterization; mechanical properties; impact and ballistic resistance; vibration attenuation; heat transfer; intelligent manufacturing foam material; composite sandwich; additive manufacturing; vibration; buckling; crushing behaviors; optimization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)
Advanced Machining Technology for Modern Engineering Materials (2nd Edition) submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4619
Keywords: nanomaterials/nanocomposites; laser processing/laser-assisted machining; ultrasonic machining; friction stir processing/welding; microstructure modeling; multiscale modeling; optimization; hydrogen embrittlement; additive manufacturing; polymers and leather; surface texture/topography
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Properties and Applications of Cement and Concrete Composites
edited by Yingliang Zhao, , and Weipei Xue
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 4557
Keywords: carbonation; solid waste utilization; cement-based composites; microstructure; engineering application; mechanical properties; durability; supplementary cementitious materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Piezoelectrics and Ferroelectrics for End Users submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4385
Keywords: piezoelectrics; pyroelectrics; ferroelectrics; relaxors; tuneable materials; ceramics; single crystals; thick and thin films; polymers and composites; lead-free materials; materials processing including low-temperature sintering techniques and chemical routes avoiding toxic precursors; raw materials avoiding environmentally aggressive conditions; advanced and innovative characterization of structural; electrical; mechanical; thermal and optical properties of piezoelectrics and ferroelectrics; materials and devices for sensors; acoustic transducers and medical imaging; materials and devices for energy conversion; energy harvesting; cooling and energy storage; piezoelectrics for actuators; multiferroics; electrocalorics; magnetoelectrics; photovoltaics; thermoelectrics and photo-ferroelectrics; theory and modelling of piezoelectrics and ferroelectrics; thermoelectrics and photovoltaics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)
Research Progress of the Fatigue, Crack and Failure Mechanisms of Materials and Structures submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4282
Keywords: fatigue; crack formation; failure mechanisms; mechanical design; structural integrity; additive manufacturing; biological tissues
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Materials Characterization)
Current Research in Thin-Film Deposition: From Principles and Technologies to Film Properties and Applications submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4214
Keywords: thin-film deposition; thin-film properties; thin-film applications; first principles of thin films; 2D materials; heterostructures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)
Modeling and Design Based on Shape Memory Behavior submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4189
Keywords: actuators and sensors mechanisms; modeling and simulations (analytical modeling; constitutive equations; finite element analysis; optimization tools); experimental investigations; manufacturing process (3D/4D printing)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Simulation and Design)
3D-Printed Composite Structures: Design, Properties and Application
edited by Hongyong Jiang, Guangchao Han and Fuchu Liu
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3767
Keywords: 3D printing/additive manufacturing; composite structure; 3D printing processing; structural design; mechanical property
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Materials for Nano- and Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3533
Keywords: nano- and micro-electro-mechanical-systems (N/MEMS); nano-joining and in-built-electronic-packaging; nano- and micro-assembly and integration; quantum electronic solids: superconductors; graphene/graphene-like materials; transition metal chalcogenides (TMD); nanoplasmonic sensors; photo-electro-chemical oxygen demand (PECOD) sensors; field-effect-transistor (FET)-based biosensors; autonomous and embedded sensors (fit and forget) and sensor nodes; energy harvesting; nanorobotics; digital design and fabrication technologies (Digital Factories); terahertz resonant-tunneling diodes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology)
Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Processes
edited by and Soong-Keun Hyun
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3513
Keywords: additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing; bioprinting; and multi-material printing); advanced materials; artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning; nanomanufacturing; smart manufacturing; sustainable manufacturing; precision machining
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Research on Tribological Coatings submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3218
Keywords: tribological coatings; lubrication; friction; wear; environmental self-adaptation; functionality; microstructure
(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)
Recent Progress on Thin 2D Materials
edited by Dan Wang and Zhe Shi
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3127
Keywords: two-dimensional (2D) materials; atomically-thin systems; synthesis techniques; advanced characterization; theoretical predictions and modeling; innovative methodological development; material interfaces and junctions; practical and emerging applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)
New Findings in Cementitious Materials (2nd Edition)
edited by Lauren Yolanda Gómez-Zamorano and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2676
Keywords: corrosion; durability; sustainability; low CO2 cements; admixtures; cement alternatives
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Research on New Optoelectronic Materials and Devices
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2589
Keywords: optoelectronic materials; optoelectronic devices; optical properties; electronic properties; research advancements; innovation; novel materials; cutting-edge technology
(This special issue belongs to the Section Optical and Photonic Materials)
Development of Advanced Materials Using Additive Manufacturing Technologies
edited by and Mayur Prajapati
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2324
Keywords: advanced materials for additive manufacturing (AM); multi-material additive manufacturing; materials design for additive manufacturing; 4D Printing materials; biomaterials AM; AM of advanced materials such as metals; high-performance polymers; and ceramics; AM materials characterization; modeling and simulation.
(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)
Heat Treatment of Metallic Materials in Modern IndustryVolume II
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2258
Keywords: steels; non-ferrous alloys; heat treatment; thermo-chemical treatment; physical vapor deposition; microstructure; mechanical properties; wear performance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Research on Enhancing Properties of Aluminum-Based Materials
edited by Longtao Jiang and Zhenlong Chao
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2213
Keywords: aluminum matrix composites; preparation process; heat treatment; microstructure control and design; mechanical performance; electrical conductivity; thermal conductivity; precipitate phase; microstructure characterization; strengthening and toughening mechanism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Production, Application and Properties of Bitumen (2nd Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2188
Keywords: bitumen; foamed bitumen; asphalt materials; rheology; performance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
Transition Metal Nanomaterials: Synthesis and Photo/Electrocatalytic Performance
edited by Ellie Uzunova
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2030
Keywords: light absorbers; OER (Oxygen evolution reaction); HER (Hydrogen evolution reaction); CO2 reduction; photoactivated electrochemical redox reactions; artificial photosynthesis; 2D (two-dimensional) transition metal compounds; quantum chemical modeling of photoactive electrocatalysts
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Chemistry)
Metal Oxide Semiconductors for Electronic Applications submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1966
Keywords: metal oxides; semiconductors; thin films; nanomaterials; transistors; memristors; optoelectronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Physics)
Concrete Technology and Mechanical Properties of Concretes (2nd Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1935
Keywords: concrete technology; special concretes; self-compacting concrete; fibre-reinforced concrete; X-ray computed tomography research; non-destructive testing (NDT) of concrete; 3D-printed building materials; waste and recycled materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)
High-Performance Materials for Thin-Film Transistors and Other Electronic Device Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1534
Keywords: thin-film transistor; vacuum process; solution process; flexible and stretchable substrates; oxide semiconductors; 2D materials; perovskite; organic semiconductors; LTPO; bioelectronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)
Advanced Materials and Composites for Flame-Resistant Applications submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1344
Keywords: fire resistance; chemical composition; modern technologies; technical and legal requirements; environmental safety; processing and production; numerical modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)
Identification of the Impact of Tool Protective Coatings on Temperature and Heat Distribution in the Cutting Zone
edited by and Zhixiong Li
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1178
Keywords: coated cutting tools; anti-wear protective coatings; properties of protective coatings; heat distribution in the cutting process; heat partition coefficient
(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)
Featured Reviews in Catalytic Materials
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1045
Keywords: heterogenous and homogeneous catalysts; zeolites; transition metals; metal oxides; single atom catalysis; computa-tional catalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Catalytic Materials)
Structure, Function and Mechanics of Low-Dimensional Materials and Their Assemblies (Volume II)
edited by , and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 939
Keywords: low-dimensional materials; 3D assemblies of low-dimensional materials; microstructures; mechanical properties; mechanical behaviors; functions; fabrication and design; experimental testing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mechanics of Materials)
Tribology in Croatia: Challenges and Development
edited by and Suzana Jakovljević
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 924
Keywords: tribology; friction; wear; abrasion; erosion; adhesion; tribo-corrosion; surface fatigue; lubrication; ferrography; surface engineering; coating; wear-resistant materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Physics)
Recent Progress in Bioceramics and Their Composites
edited by
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 866
Keywords: sol– gel; powder technology; deposition techniques; the 3D printing/additive manufacturing of bioceramics; nanostructured bioceramics; bioactive and resorbable ceramics; bio-inspired; bio-synthetic; and biomimetic ceramics; ceramics for drug and gene delivery; the in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility of bioceramics; scaffolds for orthopaedic and dental restorations
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)
Recent Progress in Advanced Wood and Wood-Based Materials
edited by Luísa Carvalho and
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 832
Keywords: wood-based composites; bio-adhesives; green lignocellulosic composites; natural fiber composites; formaldehyde and VOC emissions; alternative furnishing materials; nano-additives
(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)
Design, Synthesis, and Applications of Optoelectronic Functional Materials
edited by Ruoxi Yang
submission deadline 20 Sep 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 739
Keywords: materials design; synthesis; optoelectronic materials; photovoltaic; light-emitting diodes; photodetector
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)
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