Recent Advances in Microstructure, Experiment and Numerical Simulation of Steel

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue will bring together recent advances in the characterization, processing, and modeling of advanced steels for structural and automotive applications. It will focus on the complex interplay between microstructural evolution, thermo-mechanical processing, and the resulting mechanical properties. Particular attention will be given to novel steel compositions and microstructural design strategies that enhance strength and ductility, as well as to recent progress in heat treatment and forming technologies for high-strength steels. Contributions exploring advanced characterization methods for a deeper understanding of phase transformations, together with numerical and physical simulations of microstructure–property relationships, are especially encouraged. Furthermore, studies addressing innovative manufacturing and joining techniques that improve the performance and reliability of high-strength steel components are highly welcome.

In this context, researchers and experts in the fields of steel metallurgy, materials engineering, and mechanical engineering are invited to contribute original research that addresses the latest developments and challenges in the microstructure and mechanical properties of high-strength steels.

Dr. Maria Emanuela Palmieri
Prof. Dr. Luigi Tricarico
Guest Editors

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