Advanced Laser Manufacturing: Preparation of Functional Nanostructures and Synthesis of Nanomaterials

A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanophotonics Materials and Devices".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2025 | Viewed by 1460

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Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Science, Ningbo 315201, China
Interests: intelligent energy field; advanced laser manufacturing; laser drilling; material surface engineering

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Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Science, Ningbo 315201, China
Interests: laser manufacture; micro/nano fabrication; super-optical diffraction limit; surface and interface; sensor

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Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the field of advanced laser manufacturing, particularly concerning the preparation of functional nanostructures and the synthesis of nanomaterials. Laser technology is now widely acknowledged for its capacity to precisely alter material morphology, composition, and phase structure at the nanoscale, facilitating innovative manufacturing techniques that improve material functionality. Despite these advancements, challenges remain in achieving consistency, scalability, and a deeper understanding of laser–material interactions.

This Special Issue, "Advanced Laser Manufacturing: Preparation of Functional Nanostructures and Synthesis of Nanomaterials", aims to summarize the latest research findings and methods in the realm of laser-promoted nanoscale material manufacturing. We seek to provide a platform to share advanced laser nano-processing technologies and the impact of materials at the nanoscale in material preparation, molding, and synthesis processes. Key areas of focus include, but are not limited to, laser super-resolution etching, novel methods for the laser manufacturing of nanostructures, the synthesis of laser nanomaterials, surface modification, and new functional applications of nanostructures.

We encourage researchers to submit original research, comments, and brief exchanges that provide new insights into the interaction between lasers and materials, nanoscale laser processing, and the development of new laser preparation technologies for nanomaterials.

Prof. Dr. Wenwu Zhang
Dr. Ji Wang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • laser micro/nano structures manufacturing
  • laser super-resolution etching
  • nanomaterial laser synthesis
  • laser-induced periodic structure
  • laser surface modification
  • laser material interaction
  • surface plasmon resonance
  • advanced laser applications

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Study on the Superhydrophobic Properties of Micro/Nano Hole Structure on the Surface of Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics Based on Femtosecond Laser Etching
by Ji Wang, Guolong Wang, Zhenkai Zhu and Wenwu Zhang
Nanomaterials 2025, 15(4), 287; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano15040287 - 13 Feb 2025
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A method of femtosecond laser multi-pulse grid-like point etching (MP-GPE) was used to prepare glass fiber reinforced plastics with superhydrophobic properties. This article investigates the influence trend of single-pulse energy (5–35 μJ) and etching pulse number (20–100) on the morphology of surface concave [...] Read more.
A method of femtosecond laser multi-pulse grid-like point etching (MP-GPE) was used to prepare glass fiber reinforced plastics with superhydrophobic properties. This article investigates the influence trend of single-pulse energy (5–35 μJ) and etching pulse number (20–100) on the morphology of surface concave holes, including depth and width. Different combinations of process parameters have a modulating effect on the size of the concave hole structure and the ablation of the reinforced plastics. At a single-pulse energy of 25 μJ and 60 pulse numbers, the depth of the concave holes increases to the maximum of approximately 63 μm, and the width of the upper surface of the concave holes is approximately 33 μm. Under these conditions, the maximum water contact angle of 160.6° is obtained, which is consistent with the theoretical calculation results of 161.6°. This is very promising for the power industry to use this material in low-temperature, drag-reducing environments. Full article
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Femtosecond Laser Fabrication of Wettability-Functional Surfaces: A Review of Materials, Structures, Processing, and Applications
by Zelin Chen, Jiantao Zhou, Wenyang Cen, Yinzhou Yan and Wei Guo
Nanomaterials 2025, 15(8), 573; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano15080573 - 9 Apr 2025
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Wettability-functional surfaces are crucial in both theoretical investigation and engineering applications. Compared to traditional micro/nano fabrication methods (such as ion etching, sol–gel, chemical vapor deposition, template techniques, and self-assembly), femtosecond laser processing has unique advantages, such as unmatched precision, flexible controllability, and material [...] Read more.
Wettability-functional surfaces are crucial in both theoretical investigation and engineering applications. Compared to traditional micro/nano fabrication methods (such as ion etching, sol–gel, chemical vapor deposition, template techniques, and self-assembly), femtosecond laser processing has unique advantages, such as unmatched precision, flexible controllability, and material adaptability, widely used for the fabrication of wettability-functional surfaces. This paper systematically discusses the principle and advancement of femtosecond laser micro/nano processing in regulating surface wettability and analyzes the laser modulation mechanisms and structural design strategies for wettability-functional surfaces on various materials. Additionally, this paper reviews the practical applications of femtosecond laser-based wettability-functional surfaces in environmental engineering, aerospace, and biomedical fields, while highlighting the challenges and future directions for femtosecond laser processing of wettability-functional surfaces. Full article
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