Laser Techniques for Surface and Interface Engineering: Protocols and Applications in Materials Science
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Manufacturing Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2026 | Viewed by 56
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Interests: laser cladding; ultrasonic vibration assisted manufacturing system design; L-PBF; hybrid machining; FEA (modal/harmonic response analysis)
Interests: metal cutting and cutting tools; high-efficiency machining; ultrasonic-assisted burnishing; machined surface
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Interests: coatings; crack formation; cross-wedge rolling; titanium alloy; boundary element
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Interests: sustainable manufacturing; machining; lifecycle assessment; cooling and lubrication
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Laser-based techniques have revolutionized surface and interface engineering, enabling unprecedented precision in modifying material properties for advanced applications. This Special Issue explores cutting-edge protocols and the applications of laser processing in materials science, emphasizing innovations in surface functionalization, micro/nano-structuring, and hybrid manufacturing. Contributions will address laser ablation, cladding, texturing, alloying, and shock peening, alongside emerging methods like ultrafast laser patterning and AI-driven process optimization. We seek research elucidating the mechanisms of laser-matter interaction, in situ monitoring, and post-processing effects on microstructure, tribology, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. Submissions covering multi-scale characterization (SEM, TEM, XRD, AFM) and computational modeling of laser-induced phenomena are encouraged. This Issue aims to bridge fundamental research with industrial applications in aerospace, energy, biomedicine, and electronics, fostering solutions for wear-resistant coatings, adhesive joints, catalytic surfaces, and smart interfaces. By compiling advances in laser surface engineering, this collection will serve as a reference for designing next-generation materials with tailored functional performance.
Dr. Aziz Ul Hassan Mohsan
Dr. Peirong Zhang
Prof. Dr. Xuedao Shu
Dr. Aqib Mashood Khan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- laser surface engineering
- laser materials processing
- laser additive manufacturing
- surface functionalization
- laser cladding and alloying
- micro/nano-structuring
- interface engineering
- laser-induced surface modification
- advanced materials characterization
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