Quality, Microstructure and Properties of Metal Alloys (Second Volume)

Dear Colleagues,

Modern industry uses many different materials. The most popular group of construction materials is metal alloys. The choice of construction material for technical applications depends on its functional properties, which are shaped at the manufacturing stage. In addition to the chemical composition, which mainly determines the properties of the metal alloy, an important role is also played by production processes and heat treatment, among others.

The continuous improvement of metal alloys requires the development of comprehensive knowledge in the field of the microstructure, chemical, physical and mechanical properties of materials. To achieve the best possible effect, the purpose of this Special Issue is to encourage scientists around the world to present their achievements in the broadly understood field of increasing the properties of metal alloys. In this issue, we will present original scientific papers and review papers describing the current directions of research on the broadly understood properties of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Research on cast, plastic or welded materials will also be welcome. This Special Issue also does not limit the type of research on increasing the mechanical properties of metal alloys. Studies will be published on the modification of casting alloys, all properties of metals and metal alloys, the crystallization of metal alloys, fatigue strength, the quality and properties of welded joints, etc.

Potential topics include all aspects of improving the properties of metal alloys, including, but not limited to:

• Metal alloys;
• Crystallization;
• The modification of metal alloys;
• Tensile strength;
• Heat treatment;
• The quality of metal and metal alloys;
• Welding;
• Plastic working;
• Corrosion;
• Nonmetallic inclusions.

Prof. Dr. Tomasz Lipiński
Guest Editor

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