Special Issue "New Advances in Aluminum Alloys and Composites for Lightweight Applications"

Dear Colleagues,

Aluminum alloys and composites have gained widespread acceptance in industrial sectors like aerospace, automotive and space—specifically in weight-critical applications. In research, several different manufacturing approaches have been used to improve the properties of aluminum-based materials by means of alloying, composite technology, heat treatment, and coatings, among others. Using microstructural control, the overall properties of aluminum-based alloys and their composites have been improved by researchers around the world. Furthermore, the use of unique processing technologies such as additive manufacturing, sintering, extrusion, etc. has enabled the delivery of high-performance, lightweight aluminum-based materials. The combined effect of processing technology and novel alloying elements or reinforcements can be vital in elevating the gold standard of aluminum-based materials in industry.

Topics falling under the scope of the Special Issue include, among others:

    (a) Novel processing of aluminum-based materials;
    (b) Structure–property relationships in aluminum-based materials;
    (c) Additive manufacturing of aluminum-based materials;
    (d) Surface property characterization (corrosion, tribology, etc.) of aluminum-based materials;
    (e) Theoretical modelling and property prediction of aluminum-based materials.

Accordingly, this Special Issue aims to publish research articles focused on new advances in the preparation, characterization and modelling of novel aluminum-based materials. Review articles are also welcome.

Dr. Penchal Reddy Matli
Dr. Parande Gururaj
Guest Editors

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• materials design
• aluminum alloys and composites
• additive manufacturing of aluminum alloys
• microstructure evolution
• advanced characterization
• mechanical properties
• wear and friction
• corrosion and fatigue
• elevated temperature behavior
• theoretical modelling and prediction