Numerical Simulation of Composite Material Performance
Topic Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Topic “Numerical Simulation of Composite Material Performance” aims to collect original research and review articles focusing on advanced modelling techniques for predicting the mechanical, thermal, and functional behaviour of composite materials. With the growing demand for lightweight, high-performance, and sustainable materials across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, and energy, numerical methods play a crucial role in accelerating design, optimising structures, and reducing experimental costs. The Topic welcomes contributions on multiscale and multiphysics simulation approaches, including finite element analysis (FEA), computational micromechanics, damage and failure modelling, virtual testing, and machine learning-enhanced predictions. Studies involving polymer-, metal-, or ceramic-matrix composites, as well as bio-based or recycled reinforcements, are particularly encouraged. Both fundamental and application-oriented works are welcome, including validation against experimental results. This Topic is intended for researchers and engineers interested in simulation-driven innovation and the integration of modelling in the material development process.
Dr. Ana Pavlovic
Dr. Giangiacomo Minak
Prof. Dr. Carlo Santulli
Dr. Nenad Djordjevic
Topic Editors
Keywords
- composite materials
- numerical simulation
- finite element analysis (FEA)
- damage modelling
- multiscale modelling
- micromechanics
- virtual testing
- thermomechanical behaviour
- computational materials science
- machine learning in materials
Participating Journals
462 Articles
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Launched in 2009
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270 Articles
Launched in 2020
2.1Impact Factor
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