Forming and Deformation Behavior of Magnesium Alloys
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 11
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, "Forming and Deformation Behavior of Magnesium Alloys", focuses on the latest advancements and challenges in the field of plastic processing and deformation mechanisms of magnesium alloys. As lightweight structural materials with exceptional strength-to-weight ratios, magnesium alloys exhibit significant potential for applications in automotive, aerospace, and biomedical industries. This Special Issue systematically investigates (1) microscale deformation mechanisms (e.g., slip, twinning, dynamic recrystallization), (2) optimization strategies for thermomechanical processing techniques (such as extrusion, rolling, and forging), and (3) innovative approaches including alloy design, texture control, and strength/toughness optimization. Interdisciplinary research will be emphasized, covering multiscale characterization (from atomic-scale simulations to macro-mechanical testing), performance evolution under extreme conditions, and predictive models of forming processes. Contributions addressing engineering-oriented studies—such as the correlation between processing parameters, microstructure, and properties, defect mitigation in forming, and corrosion–deformation interactions—are particularly encouraged. By compiling cutting-edge global research, this Special Issue aims to bridge fundamental theories with practical applications, advancing the development of next-generation high-performance magnesium alloys through integrated scientific and technological insights.
Dr. Mu Meng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- magnesium alloys
- plastic deformation
- thermomechanical processing
- microstructure characterization
- numerical modeling
- strengthening/toughening mechanisms
- texture evolution
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