Materials Science Forum

Description: The main topics of this special issue devoted to development of new and optimisation of existing forging and rolling, mathematical description and parameterisation of flow, damage and fracture behaviour of new workpiece and tool materials, mathematical description and parameterisation of friction, heat transfer and wear in forging and rolling, development of numerical methods, formulations and algorithms for numerical simulation of forging and rolling processes, validation of simulation models on industrial examples, computer-aided process control. Furthermore, the results of the Collaborative Research Centre 1153 on Tailored Forming are presented here. The presented research results will be useful for many engineers and researchers whose activity is related to metal processing.

Description: The wide applications of high-level composite materials at affordable development and manufacturing costs create significant demand for scientific research and computational methods to analyse properties in composite manufacturing. The mechanical behaviour of composite parts in service is dominated by fiber orientation and density, which in turn are determined by the forming process. In this case, predicting in-service performance of finished products requires a full understanding of, and preferably a prediction of, the complex material behaviour during manufacturing. The presented special issue covers these and other issues arising in the development, production, and application of modern composite materials and will be useful to many scientists and engineers from the mechanical engineering industry.

Description: The special edition presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary materials science, spanning metallic, polymeric, functional, and construction materials, providing an integrated perspective on materials innovation that links processing, structure, and properties across diverse material classes while addressing the technological and sustainability challenges of modern industry.

Description: This special edition focuses on research results that bridge advanced materials science, cultural heritage studies, and sustainable construction materials. The edition reflects the interdisciplinary nature of modern materials research, where innovative approaches and environmental responsibility intersect.

Description: This special edition presents a focused collection of research highlighting recent advances in materials science and engineering, with particular emphasis on functional performance, sustainable technologies, and efficient use in engineering practice. The research results reflect interdisciplinary efforts to develop innovative materials and technological approaches that support modern industrial and environmental applications.

Description: This special edition presents a comprehensive selection of research contributions that reflect current advances and emerging directions in materials science and sustainable engineering. The focus of the edition is on the development, processing, and application of both traditional and advanced materials, as well as on environmentally responsible technologies that support resource efficiency and sustainable industrial practices.

Description: The special edition presents recent research results and technological advances across materials science and sustainable building materials, highlighting both traditional solutions and environmentally responsible innovations. This edition is designed to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and students seeking to advance materials science and promote environmentally responsible engineering practices.

Description: This special edition presents an integrated perspective on advances in polymers, composites, and ceramic-based materials, with a focus on processing techniques and structure–property relationships across diverse material classes.

Description: The special edition focuses on advanced alloy development and processing routes, considering the results of mechanical, thermophysical, and thermomechanical testing, as well as microstructural control and deformation characteristics. The edition will be helpful for specialists in the metallurgy of alloys and machinery.