Laser Processing and Thermophysical Characterization of Polymeric and Bio-Based Materials: Advances, Challenges, and Applications
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Manufacturing Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: artificial neural networks modelling of laser cutting of wooden materials; thermophysical properties determination
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In this Special Issue, we seek research or review articles that explore the laser cutting of wood and polymeric materials and the effects of heat generation, including the measurement of thermophysical properties. We encourage the submission of research that pertains to cutting kerf and heat-affected zone characterization, the measurement of surface roughness and the impact of laser cutting on wood colour changes. Moreover, materials suitable for laser cutting include polymers, wood-based materials and 3D-printed polymeric materials; we welcome studies that investigate the thermophysical properties of such materials, considering both anisotropy and the effects of moisture. Studies that discuss the impact of moisture content on the laser cutting of materials are particularly sought.
Acknowledgments:
Mr. Imants Adijans <imants.adijans@rtu.lv>
Dr. Ivan Ružiak
Dr. Oguzhan Der
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- laser cutting
- cutting kerf and heat-affected zone
- wood-based materials
- polymeric materials
- 3D printing of polymers
- thermophysical properties of materials
- moisture effect
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