Sheet Metal Forming Processes
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 March 2026 | Viewed by 47
Special Issue Editor
Interests: superalloy; plastic processing; service performance
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sheet metal forming is pivotal in the manufacturing of automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods. Recent advances in materials (e.g., advanced high-strength steels, aluminum alloys, composites), digitalization, and sustainability demands necessitate innovative forming strategies. This Special Issue aims to explore cutting-edge research addressing challenges related to process efficiency, material behavior, and eco-friendly production. This Special Issue invites the submission of original research and reviews focused on the following topics of interest:
- Novel forming techniques (e.g., incremental forming, electromagnetic forming, hot forming);
- Material characterization and formability testing;
- Friction, lubrication, and tooling design innovations;
- Modeling and simulation (FE analysis, AI-driven predictions);
- Springback control, fracture prediction, and surface quality;
- Sustainable processes (energy efficiency, recycling, waste reduction);
- Industry 4.0 integration (sensor monitoring, real-time control).
Advancements in sheet metal forming directly impact product performance, manufacturing costs, and environmental footprints. This Special Issue aims to consolidate breakthroughs in process optimization, material utilization, and quality assurance, empowering industries to meet evolving demands for lightweight, durable, and sustainably produced components.
Dr. Qiang Zhu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sheet metal forming
- formability
- finite element analysis
- springback control
- sustainable manufacturing
- tooling design
- digital twin
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