Texture Evolution and Mechanical Properties of Light Alloys

Dear Colleagues,

The voluminous production of emissions from the transport sector is one of the most acute climate-related issues we face today. One possible solution is to reduce vehicle mass by utilizing lightweight structural components such as Al, Mg, and Ti alloys. However, the mechanical properties of these materials, such as the yield locus and forming behavior, are heavily dependent on factors such as microstructure and texture. Considering this, the concept of texture engineering has been introduced, in order to develop light alloys with optimized strength and ductility. Although significant progress has been made in recent decades, further research on the fundamental topics related to the design, control, and prediction of texture in light alloys is required.

The aim of this Special Issue is to gather the current research in the textural engineering of light alloys. The central topics in which we are particularly interested include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) the textural formation and evolution mechanisms of light alloys during thermomechanical processing and (2) the relationship between texture and mechanical anisotropy. We welcome all forms of contribution, including theoretical, numerical, and experimental research, as well as various types of manuscripts, such as reviews, full-length articles, technical reports, letters, and communications.

Dr. Jie Kuang
Dr. Wei Wen
Guest Editors

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• light alloys
• crystallographic texture
• mechanical properties
• anisotropy
• crystal plasticity