New Horizons in Polymeric-Based Advanced Materials: Fracture and Mechanical Behavior
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Analysis and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 387
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polymers and polymer-based composites play a key role in the development of advanced materials for a wide range of engineering applications due to their versatility, lightweight nature, and exceptional performance properties. However, understanding their fracture behavior remains a critical challenge in ensuring their reliability and durability under demanding conditions. This Special Issue aims to delve into recent advancements in the fracture mechanics of polymeric-based materials, focusing on failure mechanisms, crack initiation and propagation, and strategies to improve the fracture toughness and fatigue resistance of such materials. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the evolution of damage under complex loading conditions, the role of microstructure in fracture processes, the development of fracture-resistant materials, and the influence of environmental factors such as temperature, moisture, or chemical exposure on material integrity.
This Special Issue provides a unique platform for researchers, industry professionals, and academic experts to share groundbreaking insights into the fracture mechanics of polymeric-based materials. Submissions addressing the aerospace, automotive, biomedical, energy, and other high-performance industries are particularly welcome. We encourage original research articles, state-of-the-art reviews, and case studies that showcase innovative solutions, cutting-edge methodologies, and emerging trends. Your contributions will advance the scientific and practical understanding of fracture mechanics, driving the development of next-generation materials and technologies designed for superior performance and reliability.
Dr. Diego Vergara
Dr. Antonio Del Bosque
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Polymers is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- fracture
- toughness
- fatigue
- crack
- damage
- polymers
- composites
- failure analysis
- advanced materials
- durability
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