Laser Processing Techniques for Metallic Materials
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701). This special issue belongs to the section "Metallic Functional Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 8
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Lasers have established themselves as transformative tools in the processing and engineering of metallic materials. Their ability to deliver highly concentrated energy with exceptional precision has enabled a wide range of advanced manufacturing and surface engineering applications. The interaction of lasers with metals allows not only shaping and joining but also the modification of surface properties, thereby creating components with enhanced durability, functionality, and performance. As industries such as aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and energy increasingly demand lightweight, sustainable, and high-performance metallic systems, laser-based technologies continue to play a vital role in addressing these challenges.
Aim
This forthcoming volume seeks to provide a comprehensive and authoritative reference on the application of laser technologies in the processing and modification of metallic materials. The objective is to consolidate both theoretical insights and practical advances, highlighting the latest trends, mechanisms, and innovations. By uniting contributions from researchers, academics, and industry experts, the book aims to serve as an essential resource for advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting technological progress in laser–metal interactions.
Suggested Themes and Article Types for Submissions
The editors welcome high-quality submissions in the form of original research articles, critical reviews, case studies, and technical reports. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Laser surface modification and glazing for improved hardness, wear, and corrosion resistance.
- Laser cutting and drilling: advances in process optimization, precision, and efficiency.
- Laser joining and welding, including dissimilar metal joining, defect minimization, and microstructural tailoring.
- Laser cleaning and marking for sustainable surface preparation, conservation, and traceability.
- Laser-based additive manufacturing: microstructure control, process monitoring, and property enhancement.
- Fundamentals of laser–metallic materials interaction, encompassing modeling, simulation, and experimental validation.
This Collection aspires to serve as a comprehensive platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and industrial practices, thereby driving the next generation of laser-enabled metallic material technologies.
Target Audience
This book is intended for researchers, engineers, and practitioners engaged in the fields of materials science, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing technology. It will also serve as a valuable reference for graduate students, academics, and industry professionals seeking to understand the latest developments in laser–metal interactions and their industrial applications.
Dr. Sumsun Naher
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- laser surface modification
- laser glazing
- laser cutting
- laser joining
- laser and metallic materials interaction
- laser drilling
- welding
- cleaning
- marking
- additive manufacturing
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