Microstructure, Deformation and Fatigue Behavior in Metals and Alloys
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 November 2025 | Viewed by 639
Special Issue Editors
Interests: fatigue crack initiation mechanisms; very high cycle fatigue; fatigue resistance; microstructure characterization
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Understanding the intricate relationship between microstructure, deformation mechanisms, and fatigue behavior in metals and alloys is crucial for advancing material performance, particularly in extreme environments. This Special Issue invites contributions that explore the latest developments in this field, emphasizing the interplay between microstructural characteristics and mechanical properties such as strength, ductility, and fatigue resistance. Topics of interest include microstructure evolution during deformation, phase transformations, dislocation dynamics, and the role of inclusions or second-phase particles in fatigue crack initiation and propagation. Research focused on advanced characterization techniques, such as electron microscopy, in situ mechanical testing, and computational simulations, are encouraged to provide new insights into the micromechanisms underlying deformation and fatigue.
Additionally, research focusing on innovative approaches to enhance fatigue properties, including surface treatments, alloying strategies, and novel microstructural designs, will be highly relevant. Of particular interest are studies addressing very high cycle fatigue, thermomechanical fatigue, and fatigue behavior under complex loading conditions. This Special Issue aims to bring together experimental, theoretical, and computational studies that contribute to a deeper understanding of how microstructural engineering can improve fatigue performance across various metallic systems.
Dr. Yao Chen
Dr. Haizhou Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- microstructure evolution
- fatigue behavior
- deformation mechanisms
- dislocation dynamics
- phase transformations
- grain boundary engineering
- fatigue crack initiation
- very high cycle fatigue
- thermomechanical fatigue
- metallic alloys
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