Advanced Materials Processing Technologies for Lightweight Design
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Manufacturing Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 935
Special Issue Editors
Interests: solid-state additive manufacturing; welding and joining of dissimilar materials; nonlinear finite element modeling
Interests: dissimilar material joining; CFRP; joining and fracture mechanisms; computational welding mechanics; resistance spot welding; artificial neural network; solid-state phase transformation
Interests: laser cladding; ultrasonic energy field-assisted laser additive manufacturing
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Interests: microstructure and properties regulation of metal additive manufacturing; smelting and processing of special steel; NiTi shape memory alloys
2. Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Special Welding Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology at Weihai, Weihai 264209, China
Interests: solid-phase joining; metal remanufacturing; additive manufacturing; welding/joining; additive manufacturing metallurgy
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advancements in material processing technologies that contribute to the development of lightweight designs across various applications. As industries increasingly prioritize sustainability and efficiency, the demand for lightweight materials has surged, leading to significant innovations in processing techniques. This Special Issue seeks to address the challenges and opportunities associated with the development and implementation of advanced materials that optimize weight without compromising performance. We welcome the submission of papers that examine novel processing methods, the properties of materials, and design strategies that enhance the functionality and applicability of lightweight materials in fields such as aerospace, aviation, automotives, and marine engineering.
The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Additive manufacturing approaches for lightweight components
- The characterization of the microstructure and mechanical properties of advanced materials
- Computational simulation and modeling to optimize material processes
- Advanced joining processes for lightweight material assemblies
- Innovative approaches in casting and forging processes
- Advanced surface treatment and coating technologies
- The application of lightweight design in engineering and manufacturing
Dr. Mingrun Yu
Dr. Sendong Ren
Dr. Zubin Chen
Dr. Changyong Chen
Prof. Dr. Li Zhou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- lightweight materials
- materials characterization
- additive manufacturing
- casting
- forging
- welding
- brazing
- surface modification
- coating
- tribology
- fatigue
- modeling
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