Advances in the Forming and Processing of Metallic Materials
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701). This special issue belongs to the section "Metal Casting, Forming and Heat Treatment".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 92
Special Issue Editors
Interests: wrinkling prediction of metal sheets; special forming technology and theory of pipe and plate
Interests: plastic deformation; forming of metals; fiber metal laminates; simulation of forming process
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Metallic materials are indispensable in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy, where advancements in forming and processing technologies drive modern manufacturing forward. This Special Issue, “Advances in the Forming and Processing of Metallic Materials”, highlights cutting-edge research in material design, process optimization, microstructure control, and performance enhancement. By sharing scientific discoveries and practical applications, we aim to provide new insights and solutions for academia and industry, fostering further progress in this critical field.
This Special Issue aligns with the scope of Metals by exploring innovations in metallic material forming and processing. We seek contributions that explore fundamental mechanisms, experimental advancements, and computational modeling. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: new metal sheet forming technology, additive manufacturing, and defect prediction in metal processing.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Advanced forming technologies;
- Microstructure control through thermomechanical processing;
- Surface engineering and coatings for enhanced performance;
- Sustainable and energy-efficient processing routes;
- Computational modeling of forming processes;
- Defect prediction in metal processing.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Bing Du
Prof. Dr. Yizhe Chen
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- metal composites
- wrinkling
- fracture
- plastic forming
- microstructure control
- computational modeling
- advanced forming technologies
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