High-Entropy Alloy and Films: Design, Properties and Application
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701). This special issue belongs to the section "Entropic Alloys and Meta-Metals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 June 2025) | Viewed by 626
Special Issue Editors
Interests: titanium oxide; thin films; mechanical properties; biocompatibility; artificial joints; intravascular stent
Interests: high entropy alloy; protective coating; material wear and corrosion; physical vapor deposition
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
High-entropy alloys (HEAs) represent a revolutionary class of materials, characterized by a complex mix of multiple principal elements in near-equiatomic ratios. This unique composition leads to a high configurational entropy, which imparts a remarkable combination of properties not found in conventional alloys. HEAs have demonstrated exceptional mechanical strength, outstanding wear resistance, and superior thermal stability, making them highly attractive for a wide range of advanced applications, including aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors.
This Special Issue is dedicated to the latest research and developments in the design, properties, and applications of high-entropy alloys and films. We invite contributions that explore innovative alloy compositions, novel fabrication techniques, and comprehensive characterization of microstructures and properties. Both theoretical and experimental studies are welcome, covering aspects such as alloy synthesis, advanced experimental characterization, computational modeling, and practical engineering applications.
In particular, the study of high-entropy alloy films opens new avenues for applications in protective coatings, electronics, and catalysis. We encourage submissions that delve into the deposition methods, microstructural evolution, and functional properties of HEA films. Understanding the interplay between processing conditions, microstructure, and resultant properties is crucial for advancing the field.
We call upon researchers worldwide to submit their original research and review articles on HEAs and HEA films. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, mechanical and thermal properties, corrosion resistance, magnetic properties, and novel applications across various industries. Your contributions will be pivotal in advancing our understanding and utilization of high-entropy materials, driving forward innovations in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.
Prof. Dr. Yongxiang Leng
Dr. Xin Jiang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- high-entropy alloys (HEAs)
- multi-principal element alloys
- thin films
- coatings
- microstructural characterization
- mechanical properties
- thermal stability
- corrosion resistance
- deposition techniques
- design and modeling
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