Mechanical Behaviour of Polymeric-Based Systems Used in Engineering Applications, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Analysis and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 37
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Interests: polymeric composites and nanocomposites; mechanical behaviour of materials; thermal properties; active packaging biodegradation of polymers; natural fibers; ligninocellulosic nanostructures
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Interests: lightweight alloys; composite materials; material characterization; mechanical testing; additive manufacturing; metal-forming operations; metal-cutting operations; solid state welding; plastic deformation; formability; sustainable manufacturing; life cycle assessment
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Interests: design, processing and characterization of biomedical materials; the design and manufacture of custom-made prostheses and tissue engineering scaffolds
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Thermoplastic and thermosetting polymeric materials are widely used in various fields due to their extraordinary versatility, processability and applicability. Polymers are characterised by different molecular weights and unique chemical structures that influence physical, thermal and mechanical behaviour. They are applied in sectors such as medicine, packaging, electronics, automotive and aerospace. Polymeric additives such as latex appear to be a promising type of component that can significantly change the properties of concrete and mortar.
To investigate this further, we are launching a Special Issue of Polymers entitled "Mechanical Behaviour of Polymeric-Based Systems Used in Engineering Applications, 2nd Edition". This volume aims to collect contributions on recent advances in the form of research papers, communications, and review articles, exploring the mechanical and rheological properties of polymeric materials and emphasising the scientific and academic cooperation and guidance needed for the development/design and application of polymer-based materials.
Prof. Dr. Francesca Luzi
Prof. Dr. Michela Simoncini
Prof. Dr. Alida Mazzoli
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- polymeric composites and nanocomposites
- characterization (thermal, mechanical, rheological, morphology, chemical, etc.)
- manufacturing and processing (extrusion, 3D printing, electrospinning, injection moulding, thermoforming, hot-press moulding, etc.)
- sustainable development
- engineering applications
- polymeric additives
- corrosion resistance and waterproofing
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