Advancements in Plastic Forming and Metal Processing: From Fundamentals to Applications
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Metals and Alloys".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 555
Special Issue Editors
Interests: superalloy; plastic processing; service performance
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Plastic forming and metal processing stand as foundational pillars within advanced manufacturing, critically enabling the production of high-performance components that are essential for demanding sectors like the aerospace, automotive, and energy industries. The relentless pursuit of lighter, stronger, and more efficient parts in these industries heavily relies on continuous innovation in these core techniques. Significantly, recent years have witnessed substantial advances in key enabling areas, e.g., sophisticated computational modeling now allows for unprecedented simulation of complex deformation processes; the drive towards sustainability is fostering the development of more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly processing methods; and novel materials, including advanced alloys and composites, present new opportunities and challenges. However, realizing the full potential of these advances necessitates consolidated, interdisciplinary research. Critical challenges demanding focused attention include significantly enhancing energy efficiency throughout the production lifecycle, achieving precise and predictable control over material microstructures (which dictate final properties) and seamlessly integrating digital technologies like AI and IoT for smarter, more adaptive manufacturing systems. Addressing these interconnected issues is paramount for future competitiveness and capability.
This Special Issue invites contributions on innovative techniques and theories in metal plasticity. Topics include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Computational modeling of deformation mechanics (e.g., FEM and crystal plasticity);
- Advanced plastic processes;
- Microstructure–property relationships;
- Sustainable processing (recycling and energy-efficient forming);
- AI/ML-driven process optimization;
- Tribology, tooling design, and defect mitigation strategies.
This collection aims to bridge fundamental research with industrial applications, fostering solutions for next-generation manufacturing. It will highlight innovations enhancing precision, sustainability, and material performance, supporting global efforts toward smart, eco-friendly production.
Dr. Qiang Zhu
Dr. Chaogang Ding
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- plastic deformation
- metal forming processes
- metal and alloys
- finite element modeling
- microstructure evolution
- mechanical properties
- constitutive modeling
- deformation mechanism
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