Composites in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

Dear Colleagues,

The aim of this article collection is to contribute to the advancement of the Composites Science, Technology, and Engineering fields and their impact on the industrial sector, including the aerospace, marine, automotive, and wind energy sectors. The material characterization of composites is a vital part of the product development and production process. Physical, mechanical, and chemical characterization helps developers to further their understanding of products and materials, thus ensuring quality control. However, achieving an in-depth understanding and the consequent improvement of the design and general performance of these materials, still requires further research, including the synergy of nanotechnology and/or additive manufacturing, the development of efficient and novel characterization techniques, complex material modelling, and advanced simulation tools, which are often multiscale and encompass Multiphysics. This collection also aims to review the recent advances across multiple industries, from processing and testing to inspection and repair, novel methodologies, and innovations. In this context, this Topic offers a framework for integrating multidisciplinary works, drawing together experimental, numerical, and theoretical contributions across the whole spectrum of research related to composite materials and structures in aerospace and mechanical engineering.

Dr. Stelios K. Georgantzinos
Dr. Georgios I. Giannopoulos
Prof. Dr. Konstantinos Stamoulis
Prof. Dr. Stylianos Markolefas
Topic Editors