Advances in Research on the Corrosion Properties of Metal Compounds in Alloys

Dear Colleagues,

Corrosion is one of the most pervasive and challenging degradation processes affecting metals and alloys across diverse industries including aerospace, energy, transportation, the production of biomedical devices, and structural engineering. A fundamental understanding of corrosion mechanisms, the role of alloying elements, and the influence of microstructural and environmental factors is critical in developing durable materials with superior corrosion resistance. Advances in this field directly impact material longevity, economic efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability.

Recent progress in alloy design, particularly in high-entropy alloys, lightweight alloys, and refractory metal systems, has introduced new opportunities for tailoring corrosion behavior at both micro- and nano-scales. Simultaneously, novel characterization techniques such as advanced electron microscopy, atom probe tomography, and electrochemical methods have significantly enhanced our ability to study corrosion processes at unprecedented resolution. In addition, computational modeling and machine learning tools are becoming increasingly vital in predicting corrosion performance and guiding alloy development.

This Special Issue, “Advances in Research on the Corrosion Properties of Metal Compounds in Alloys” will present cutting-edge research that deepens scientific understanding of corrosion phenomena in metal alloys and compounds and explores innovative strategies for their mitigation. Contributions that address experimental, theoretical, and simulatory aspects of corrosion in various alloy systems are particularly encouraged. In addition, interdisciplinary studies that integrate materials science, surface engineering, electrochemistry, and computational modeling are highly welcome.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The corrosion behavior of high-entropy, refractory, and lightweight metal alloys.
• The influence of alloying elements and microstructure on corrosion resistance.
• Passivation, localized corrosion, and pitting mechanisms.
• Oxidation and high-temperature corrosion phenomena.
• Surface treatments, coatings, and corrosion-resistant layers.
• The electrochemical characterization of corrosion processes.
• Computational modeling, machine learning, and data-driven corrosion prediction.
• Corrosion behavior in extreme environments (e.g., marine, high-temperature, and nuclear environments).
• Life prediction and analysis of failure due to corrosion.
• Novel testing methods and in situ/operando characterization techniques.

We invite all researchers working in this field to contribute original research articles, comprehensive reviews, or short communications that reflect the latest developments in corrosion science and engineering. Your contributions will not only advance the field but also provide valuable insights for the development of next-generation materials with enhanced durability and performance.

Thank you for your consideration, and we look forward to your submissions to this Special Issue.

Dr. Sheetal Kumar Dewangan
Dr. Reliance Jain
Dr. Sandeep Jain
Guest Editors

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• corrosion resistance
• high-entropy alloys (HEAs)
• oxidation behavior
• passivation and pitting
• electrochemical characterization
• surface engineering
• refractory metal alloys
• computational modeling of corrosion
• localized corrosion mechanisms
• coatings and protective layers