Advances in Cold Spraying Technology for Sustainable Material Development and Green Energy Application
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Manufacturing Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2025 | Viewed by 8
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cold spraying (CS) technology is a cutting-edge, solid-state additive manufacturing process that enables us to deposit materials without melting them, preserving their intrinsic properties and minimizing energy consumption. Since its development in the late 20th century, cold spraying has evolved from a coating technology into a versatile platform for additive manufacturing. It has been applied across industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and biomedical engineering. Recent advances highlight innovations in equipment design, process optimization, and feedstock material development. Applications include corrosion-resistant coatings, high-performance components for hydrogen energy systems, repair of critical parts, and production of materials for energy storage and conversion. Cold spraying’s ability to operate at lower temperatures reduces greenhouse gas emissions and aligns with sustainable manufacturing practices.
This Special Issue aims to present state-of-the-art research on cold spraying technology, emphasizing its role in sustainable and green energy applications. It focuses on leveraging cold spraying to develop advanced materials and coatings that align with sustainability goals, including energy-efficient manufacturing, waste reduction, and applications in renewable energy systems. Topics include innovations in process control, new feedstock materials (e.g., recycled powders, green alloys), and the development of coatings and components for renewable energy systems, such as wind turbines, solar panels, and hydrogen fuel cells. This Special Issue will explore experimental and computational studies focusing on energy efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental impact reduction. We invite original research manuscripts that demonstrate significant contributions to advancing cold spraying technology, with a particular focus on sustainability, green energy applications, and material innovation.
Dr. Sabeur Msolli
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- cold spraying
- additive manufacturing
- sustainable manufacturing
- green energy applications
- corrosion-resistant coatings
- hydrogen energy systems
- resource conservation
- recycled powders
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