Advances in Metal Powder Metallurgy: Processing, Microstructure, and Applications
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701). This special issue belongs to the section "Powder Metallurgy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2026 | Viewed by 216
Editors
Interests: powder metallurgy; metal composites and foams; mechanical alloying; materials characterization
Interests: cermets; cemented carbides; powder metallurgy; ceramics; combustion reactions; high entropy alloys
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Dear Colleagues,
Powder metallurgy has become a key manufacturing route for the development of advanced metallic materials with tailored microstructures and high performance. Compared with conventional casting and forming methods, powder metallurgy offers unique advantages such as precise control of composition, near-net-shape fabrication, reduced material waste, and the possibility of producing complex components. In recent years, significant progress has been achieved in powder production technologies, advanced consolidation processes, and the design of novel metal matrix composites and functional materials. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advances in the processing, characterization, and applications of metallic materials produced via powder metallurgy routes. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, innovative powder synthesis methods, mechanical alloying, advanced sintering techniques (e.g., hot pressing, spark plasma sintering, hot isostatic pressing, and field-assisted sintering), and additive manufacturing processes based on metal powders. Particular attention will be given to studies addressing microstructure–property relationships, performance optimization, and the development of high-performance materials for demanding applications in energy, transportation, aerospace, biomedical devices, and emerging technologies. Original research articles, reviews, and short communications are welcome. This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and fostering collaboration among researchers working in powder metallurgy and advanced metallic materials.
Dr. Christopher Salvo
Prof. Dr. Ernesto Chicardi
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- powder metallurgy
- metal powders
- advanced sintering
- metal matrix composites
- microstructure–property relationships
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