Processing Methods, Microstructure, and Mechanical Properties of Alloys
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 358
Special Issue Editors
Interests: AI modeling; machine learning; structure-property relationships; computational simulations
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Interests: manufacturing; fabrication; materials; mechanical properties
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Alloys are essential materials in modern engineering due to their adaptability to possess versatile properties, ranging from high strength to corrosion resistance. However, optimizing their performance requires advanced processing techniques, thorough microstructural analysis, and innovative predictive tools. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and computational modeling has emerged as a powerful approach to accelerate the discovery of new alloys and predict their performance based on microstructural evolution. Understanding these correlations is essential for developing advanced materials with improved mechanical properties.
This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research and comprehensive reviews that focus on innovative processing techniques, microstructure–property relationships, and performance improvements in alloys, with an emphasis on both experimental and AI-driven research. Submissions may explore (but are not limited to) the following topics:
- Additive manufacturing and novel alloy processing methods;
- Microstructural analysis and phase transformations;
- Mechanical behavior, failure mechanisms, and durability;
- Alloy design for specific applications;
- AI modeling, machine learning, and computational simulations.
We look forward to receiving your high-quality contributions.
Prof. Dr. Wojciech Sitek
Prof. Dr. Gilmar Ferreira Batalha
Prof. Dr. Rodrigo Santiago Coelho
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- alloy processing
- microstructure
- mechanical properties
- additive manufacturing
- phase transformations
- failure mechanisms
- heat treatment
- material characterization
- AI modeling
- machine learning
- structure–property relationships
- computational simulations
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