Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Ferritic Steels

Dear Colleagues,

Stainless steels exhibit a unique combination of high corrosion resistance and excellent mechanical properties for structural applications, and have been used as a high-performance construction material over the past few decades. They are categorized into the five different material grades of austenitic, duplex, ferritic, martensitic and precipitation-hardening. Amongst these, ferritic stainless steel is the most competitive grade of stainless steel material due to its unique characteristics, such as ductility, impact resistance and formability, and is suitable for use in a wide variety of architectural and structural applications. The aim of this Special Issue is to cover the mechanical properties and structural behavior of ferritic steels used in various conditions and environments. This Issue also focuses on the behavior and response of ferritic cold-formed stainless steel structures. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include but are not limited to the structural performance of ferritic stainless steel, the mechanical properties of ferritic stainless steel, ferritic stainless steel under elevated temperatures, the design of ferritic stainless steel for corrosive environments, applications of ferritic stainless steel in infrastructures, high-performance ferritic steel, and the microstructure of ferritic materials.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Amir M. Yousefi
Guest Editor

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