Fatigue Testing and Analysis of Metallic Materials

Dear Colleagues,

Since its discovery almost two centuries ago, metal fatigue has been one of the most frequently researched topics regarding the mechanical behavior of metallic materials. Fatigue is a complex phenomenon and the resistance to crack initiation and propagation can be substantially affected by differences in composition, processing, heat treatment, surface condition and operating environment. Over time, great progress has been made in our understanding of the mechanisms of damage due to cyclic loading, driven in large part by failures of the structures and transport vehicles of all types. Although it is not possible to completely exclude the possibility of fatigue damage occurrence, the continuous improvements in testing techniques and accuracy of life prediction methods are effective tools to promote weight reduction and increased safety of metallic structures and components. This Special Issue focuses on recent progress in the experimental characterization of fatigue behavior of metals and alloys, as well as on improved life prediction methods. The assessment of advanced alloys with optimized fatigue resistance, surface treatments aimed at enhanced fatigue life, fatigue resistance of additive manufactured materials, and fatigue failure analyses will also be considered in this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Carlos Antonio Reis Pereira Baptista
Guest Editor

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