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Surface and Coatings Technology is an academic journal published by Elsevier. (ISSN 0257-8972, impact factor 6.9).

Aims & Scope An international journal devoted to the science and application of advanced surface treatments for improvement of material properties Surface and Coatings Technology is an international archival journal publishing scientific papers on significant developments in surface and interface engineering to modify and improve the surface properties of materials for protection in demanding contact conditions or aggressive environments, or for enhanced functional performance. Contributions range from original scientific articles concerned with fundamental and applied aspects of research or direct applications of metallic, inorganic, organic and composite coatings, to invited reviews of current technology in specific areas. Papers submitted to this journal are expected to be in line with the following aspects in processes, and properties/performance: A. Processes: Physical and chemical vapour deposition techniques, thermal and plasma spraying, surface modification by directed energy techniques such as ion, electron and laser beams, thermo-chemical treatment, wet chemical and electrochemical processes such as plating, sol-gel coating, anodization, plasma electrolytic oxidation, etc., but excluding painting. B. Properties/performance: friction performance, wear resistance (e.g., abrasion, erosion, fretting, etc), corrosion and oxidation resistance, thermal protection, diffusion resistance, hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity, and properties relevant to smart materials behaviour and enhanced multifunctional performance for environmental, energy and medical applications, but excluding device aspects. Articles must go beyond the technical recipe format and gain substantial new understanding and insight based on detailed characterization of coatings and processes. Experimental papers should provide complete information on the process parameters and an appropriate microstructural characterization. Also, papers which include test data should provide full details of the test equipment and parameters. Such papers should report on the synthesis-characterization-properties-performance relationships. Manuscripts must be written in good English and contain a balanced and up-to-date reference list formatted according to the guide-for-authors. Note to authors: In order to be considered for publication, the Covering Letter with your paper should clearly explain the novelty and originality of your research and its scientific contribution beyond previously published papers. If not, your submission will not be considered for publication and will not be sent out for peer-review.
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Special Issues

Special Issue on EMRS 2026 – Symposium B - Nano-engineered coatings and thin films: from design to applications Submission Date: 2026-07-31 The scope of this Symposium is to address aspects ranging from fundamental understanding of thin film growth using combined experimental and theoretical routes to coating design for applications in the areas of e.g., surface protection, durability, energy storage, conversion and saving. Authors of oral/poster presentations accepted in Symposium B “Nano-engineered coatings and thin films: from design to applications” of EMRS 2026 Spring Meeting, Strasbourg, France, are encouraged to submit their manuscript to this Virtual Special Issue. Guest editors: Professor Gregory Abadias, University of Poitiers, Institut Pprime, Poitiers, France. [email protected] Professor Kostas Sarakinos, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. [email protected] Assistant Professor Barbara Putz, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Engineering, Empa, Thun, Switzerland. [email protected] Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on Apr 1, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select article type "VSI: EMRS 2026 – Symposium B" before the submission deadline Jul 31, 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Thin films; functional coatings; vapor and plasma-based synthesis; growth monitoring; computational modelling; microstructural characterization; optical properties; mechanical properties; energy storage and conversion; surface functionalization; https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/327589/emrs-2026-symposium-b-nano-engineered-coatings-and-thin-films-from-design-to-applications
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Special Issue on The 11th International Conference on Technological Advances of Thin Films and Surface Coatings (VSI: ThinFilms2026) Submission Date: 2026-08-31 The Special Issue collects manuscripts that are presented in ThinFilms2026 conference. The conference encompasses a wide spectrum of themes, covering key aspects of thin films technology. From fundamental research to applied solutions, ThinFilms2026 addresses themes such as materials science, deposition techniques, emerging applications, and the intersection of thin films with other fields. These themes are carefully curated to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and provide a holistic view of the field's current landscape. Full scope of the Special Issue: 2D Materials ​Biomedical and Healthcare Plasma Technology and Application for Thin Films Computation and AI for Materials ＆ Thin Films Coating towards Industrial Applications Energy & Sustainability Ferroelectric Films & Functional Devices High Entropy and Amorphous Coatings Nanostructures, Nanocomposites & Nanoparticles Organic Electronics and Photonics Optical Thin Films Thin Film for Semiconductor Fabrication and Packaging Smart Materials and Microsystems Surface Treatment & Protection Thin Film Devices Executive Guest Editor Professor Dr. Lidong Sun Organization*: School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Co-Guest Editors Professor Dr. Richard Yongqing Fu Organization*: Faculty of Engineering and Environment, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, U.K. Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Professor Dr. Wan-Yu Wu Organization*: Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National United University, Miaoli, Taiwan Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Associate Professor Dr. Bowei Zhang Organization*: Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, China Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Dr. Qiannan Zhao Organization*: Center for Advancing Electronics Dresden (cfaed) & Faculty of Chemistry and Food Chemistry, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Dr. Kaiqi Zhao Organization*: ICFO – Institute de Ciències Fotòniques, The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, Castelldefels, 08860 Barcelona, Spain Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on July 01, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: ThinFilms2026" before the submission deadline of 31 August 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: thin films, surface coatings, materials science, deposition techniques, emerging applications https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/331211/the-11th-international-conference-on-technological-advances-of-thin-films-and-surface-coatings-vsi-thinfilms2026
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Special Issue on 20th International Conference on Thin Films (VSI: ICTF2026) Submission Date: 2026-09-01 The special Issue is for papers presented at the IUVSTA International Conference on Thin Films 2026, https://www.ictf2026.com/. The topics of the special issue are the same as the topics covered by the Conference. Note that device applications are out of scope for Surface and Coatings Technology. Such papers should be submitted to a companion special issue in the journal Vacuum. The authors must state the abstract number and title of their presentation at the conference in order for the manuscript to be considered for publication in the ICTF special issue. The work must have been presented at the conference. Executive Guest Editor Prof. Ivan Petrov Organization*: Department of Materials Science and the Frederick Seitz Materials Research Laboratory, University of Illinois, 104 South Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, Illinois 61801, IL, USAInstitutional Email Address*: [email protected] of Expertise*: Hard coatings, magnetron sputtering, materials characterization Co-Guest Editors Professor David T.A. Matthews Organization*: University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Surface engineering, wear, friction, topology, coatings Professor Gregory Abadias Organization*: Université de Poitiers Chasseneuil-Futuroscope, France Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Thin film physics, stress evolution, DFT calculations Professor Jean-Francois PIERSON Organization*: Institut Jean Lamour, UMR 7198-CNRS, Université de Lorraine, Nancy 54011, France Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Multicomponent Metal nitrides, Magnetron sputtering, Thin Films, HEA Dr. Silvia Maria Deambrosis Organization*: National Research Council of Italy – Institute of Condensed Matter Chemistry and Technologies for Energy, Padova, Italy. Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Coatings, magnetron sputtering, mechanical properties, tribology Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on May 15, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: ICTF2026" before the submission deadline of 1 September, 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Thin films for sustainable development ​ Coatings for health and life science Protective and tribological coatings Surface engineering https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/330471/20th-international-conference-on-thin-films-vsi-ictf2026
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Special Issue on 52nd International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (VSI: ICMCTF 2026 (SCT)) Submission Date: 2026-09-01 The International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF), sponsored by the Advanced Surface Engineering Division (ASED) of the American Vacuum Society (AVS), is recognized as the premier international conference on thin film deposition, characterization, and advanced surface engineering. It provides a forum and networking venue for scientists, engineers, and technologists from academia, government laboratories, and industry. Attendees from all over the world come to present their findings, exchange ideas, share insights, make new friends, and renew old acquaintances. The Conference typically draws more than 800 attendees, covering more than 50 oral technical sessions and a well-attended Thursday evening poster session. The conference in 2026 has been organized with seven concurrent technical symposia: PP. Plasma and Vapor Deposition Processes. MA. Protective and High Temperature Coatings MB. Functional Thin Films and Surfaces MC: Tribology and Mechanics of Coatings and Surfaces MD. Surface Engineering of Biomaterials, Devices, and Regenerative Materials: Health, Food, and Agriculture Applications CM. Advanced Characterization Modelling and Data Science for Coatings and Thin Films IA. Surface Engineering – Applied Research and Industrial Applications The conference has also three topical symposia: TS1. Coatings for Batteries and Hydrogen Applications TS2. Coatings and Surfaces for Renewable Energy Technology TS3. Circular Strategies for Surface Engineering The aim of this special issue is to provide a platform for authors to publish their contributions that are presented at the 52nd ICMCTF conference that is held in San Diego, CA USA on April 19-24, 2026. Executive Guest Editor Professor Samir Aouadi Organization*: University of North Texas, USA. Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Surface engineering, thin-film deposition, ultrahigh-temperature ceramics Co-Guest Editors Prof. Ivan Petrov Organization*: Department of Materials Science and the Frederick Seitz Materials Research Laboratory, University of Illinois, 104 South Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, Illinois 61801, IL, USA Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Hard coatings, magnetron sputtering, materials characterization Professor David T.A. Matthews Organization*: University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Surface engineering, wear, friction, topology, coatings, laser-based surface and materials processing Dr. Esteban Broitman Organization*: Sentys Inc., San Francisco, USA. Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Coatings, thin films, nanomechanics, tribology Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on March 15, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: ICMCTF 2026 (SCT)" before the submission deadline of 1 September 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: coating coatings thin film thin films deposition functional material biomedical tribology) nanomechanics surface engineering thermoelectrical) modelling industrial solar hydrogen batteries https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/330472/52nd-international-conference-on-metallurgical-coatings-and-thin-films-vsi-icmctf-2026-sct
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Special Issue on Selected Papers from The Society of Vacuum Coaters’ 69th Annual Technical Conference (VSI: SVC 2026 TechCon). Submission Date: 2026-09-11 This Special Issue contains a select number of papers from The Society of Vacuum Coaters 69th Annual Technical Conference, held, April 27 - 30, 2026 at the Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, 90802 USA. The Society of Vacuum Coaters (SVC) serves a broad, community of scientists, engineers, and businessmen and women interested in applying and advancing vacuum coating, surface engineering, and related technologies. The annual “TechCon” is the flagship event of the Society; a four-day technical program of invited, contributed, and poster presentations focused on the basic and applied research along with dedicated product sessions of interest to the Society’s membership.The 2026 annual Technical Conference featured daily keynote presentations, focus sessions, tutorials, and industrial workshops that were woven together with our more traditional topics. Given the breadth of topics in this year’s TechCon, some of the papers in this issue will cover subject matter that is not typically found within the pages of Surface and Coatings Technology. For the interested reader, the full set of papers is available in the Society of Vacuum Coaters 69th (2026) Annual Technical Conference Proceedings (ISSN 0737-5921, ISBN: 978-1-878068-46-0 published by the SVC, as well as in the Digital Library on the SVC website. The assembly of the program and organization of the conference obviously requires the collective effort of many people. The Program Committee members, Technical Advisory Committee chairs, and the SVC management team, all contributed to the success of the 2026 TechCon. The able staff at Elsevier is duly acknowledged for their help in developing this issue. Finally, we thank the authors who contributed to this Special Issue. The SVC Publications Committee Dr. Helia Jalili, Chair Guest editors: Professor Matthew R. Linford, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, United States. [email protected] Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on Apr 15, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select article type "VSI: SVC 2026 TechCon" before the submission deadline Sep 31, 2026. Submission to this special issue is only for individuals who attended the SVC meeting. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Tribological, optical, plasma, HIPIMS, automation, evaporation, sputtering, automation, energy conversion, laser, characterization https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/308690/selected-papers-from-the-society-of-vacuum-coaters-69th-annual-technical-conference-vsi-svc-2026-techcon
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Special Issue on the 1st International Conference on Advanced Materials for Sustainable Development Goals (VSI: AMSDG 2026) Submission Date: 2026-10-15 Surface and Coatings Technology is soliciting articles for a Special Topic Collection in collaboration with the 1st International Conference on Advanced Materials for Sustainable Development Goals (AMSDG 2026), to be held in New Taipei City, Taiwan, June 24–26, 2026. This Special Issue is dedicated to highlighting recent advances in materials, surface engineering, and thin-film technologies that address global sustainability challenges. Covered topics include, but are not limited to, plasma-assisted thin film processes, functional coatings, energy-related materials, electronic and photonic materials, environmentally friendly surface technologies, corrosion-resistant and durable coatings, and materials for sustainable and green-technology applications. This Special Issue aims to provide comprehensive insights into materials design, processing, and performance toward sustainable development goals. Full scope of the Special Issue: 1. Plasma and Thin Film Technology Topics include plasma-assisted deposition methods such as PVD, CVD, and ALD, as well as surface modification and interface engineering. Emphasis will be placed on understanding thin film growth mechanisms, plasma–surface interactions, defect control, and nanoscale structural tailoring. Advanced characterization and modeling approaches will also be highlighted. 2. Advanced Materials for Energy Topics include materials for solar cells, batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, and hydrogen production. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing energy conversion efficiency, storage capacity, stability, and scalability. Innovative synthesis methods, interface engineering, and nanostructured material design will be discussed. 3. Advanced Materials for Sustainability Topics include green materials synthesis, recyclable and biodegradable materials, carbon capture technologies, water purification systems, and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. Emphasis will be placed on reducing environmental impact while maintaining high performance and durability. 4. Advanced Materials for Electronics & Photonics Topics include semiconductors, dielectric materials, transparent conductive materials, optical coatings, and nanostructured functional materials. Discussions will focus on improving electrical performance, optical properties, miniaturization, and device integration. 5. Advanced Materials for Bio-applications Topics include biomaterials, biosensors, drug delivery systems, antimicrobial surfaces, and implantable devices. Emphasis will be placed on biocompatibility, surface functionalization, controlled release mechanisms, and long-term stability in biological environments. Guest editors: Executive Guest Editor Prof. Dr. Jyh-Wei Lee Organization*: Ming Chi University of Technology, Taishan District, New Taipei City 24303, Taiwan Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] of Expertise*: Plasma-based thin film, Surface engineering, Nanomechanical, Microstructure analysis, Corrosion, Biomedical Co-Guest Editors Associate Professor Juan Antonio ZAPIEN Organization*: City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, P.R. China Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Nanomaterials and nanotechnology, Nano-photonics and nano-optoelectronics, Optical properties of materials, Nucleation and growth of thin films Distinguished Professor Ting-Yu Liu Organization*: Ming Chi University of Technology, Taishan District, New Taipei City 24303, Taiwan Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Biomedical optoelectronic sensing, Nanomaterial self-assembly, Polymer composite materials, Electrocatalysis for energy applications, Energy storage materials Designated Professor Shih-Nan Hsiao Organization*: Center for Low-temperature Plasma Sciences, Nagoya University, Nagoya, Japan Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: plasma etching, plasma diagnostics, semiconductor materials, magnetic materials, coating, corrosion Professor Thi Thanh Van Tran Organization*: University of Science, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Rare-earth doped luminescent materials, Optoelectronic materials, Functional nanomaterials, Biomaterials for dental applications, Energy-related materials Manuscript submission information: Submission Open Date: 01-Jun-2026 Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: Special Issue- AMSDG 2026" before the submission deadline of 15 October 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Plasma-assisted thin films Surface engineering Functional coatings Energy materials Sustainable materials Green technology Electronic materials Photonic materials Biomedical materials https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/332900/special-issue-of-the-1st-international-conference-on-advanced-materials-for-sustainable-development-goals-vsi-amsdg-2026
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Special Issue on Contributions of the 12th workshop RIPT (Les Rencontres Internationales de la Projection Thermique) (VSI: 12RIPT) Submission Date: 2026-10-31 The special issue will contain papers presented at the 12h Les Rencontres Internationales de la Protection Thermique (12RIPT) held from June 10th to 12th 2026 in Jülich, Germany. Guest editors: Executive Guest Editor Prof. Dr. Robert Vaßen Organization*: Institute for Materials and Process in Energy Systems, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, Germany Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Thermal spray, coatings, thermal barrier coatings, ceramics Co-Guest Editors Ass. Prof. Sarka Houdkova Organization*: Research Centre Řež Ltd., Plzen, Czech Republic Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Thermal spray, coatings, hardmetals, high-temperature alloys Prof. Dr. Pawlowski Lech Organization*: Laboratory SPCTS, UMR CNRS 731, University of Limoges Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Films and coatings technology, thermal spraying, ceramics, oxides Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on Jul 1, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select article type "VSI: 12RIPT" before the submission deadline Oct 31, 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Thermal spray technology, atmospheric plasma spraying, suspension spraying, kinetic processes, cold spray, additive manufacturing, thermal barrier coatings, ceramic coatings, metallic coatings https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/334887/contributions-of-the-12th-workshop-ript-les-rencontres-internationales-de-la-projection-thermique-vsi-12ript
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Special Issue on 20th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering (VSI: PSE 2026) Submission Date: 2026-10-31 This Special Issue presents a curated collection of papers from the 20th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering, a landmark event held in person in Erfurt, September 2026. In collaboration with Surface and Coatings Technology by Elsevier, the conference once again served as a central platform for the plasma science and surface engineering community, bringing together leading researchers, engineers, and industry professionals from around the world. The contributions collected in this issue highlight the latest advances in plasma-based processes, innovative methodologies, and emerging applications presented during the conference. The 20th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering continues the strong legacy of PSE as a beacon of innovation at the interface of plasma science and materials engineering. This Special Issue is hosted by the Special Guest Editors Assoc. Prof. Helmut Riedl and Dr. Rainer Hahn. This Special Issue is dedicated to advances presented at the International Conference on Plasma and Surface Engineering (PSE 2026), held from August 31 to September 3, 2026, in Erfurt, Germany. PSE conferences provide an established international forum for researchers and practitioners from academia and industry to exchange the latest developments in plasma and surface engineering, spanning fundamental science, process innovation, and industrial implementation. The Special Issue aims to capture the scientific depth and technological breadth of PSE 2026, disseminating high-quality contributions to the broader surface engineering community. The overarching theme of PSE 2026, “Surface engineering for clean energy solutions,” reflects the growing importance of plasma-based and surface-modified materials in addressing global energy and sustainability challenges. Surface engineering plays a crucial role in enabling clean energy technologies through the use of tailored thin films, coatings, and functional surfaces that enhance efficiency, durability, and performance in various applications, including energy conversion, storage, hydrogen technologies, catalysis, and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. In addition, the trend topic “Thin films and micro structuring methods for integrated smart systems” highlights emerging directions where advanced surface technologies intersect with micro- and nano-structuring, sensor integration, and intelligent systems. These developments are essential for next-generation devices and systems that combine functionality, adaptability, and digital integration. The Special Issue welcomes original research articles and selected contributions addressing, but not limited to, plasma and ion sources, plasma-assisted and surface modification process technologies, structure–property–performance relationships of engineered surfaces, advanced characterization methods, and modeling and simulation of plasma–surface interactions. Contributions covering industrial applications, scale-up, process monitoring, automation, and the translation of laboratory concepts into practical solutions are particularly encouraged, reflecting the strong industrial engagement and exhibition accompanying PSE 2026. By bringing together fundamental studies, technological advances, and application-oriented research, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive snapshot of current trends and future directions in plasma and surface engineering, with a particular focus on clean energy solutions and integrated intelligent systems. Guest editors: Assoc. Professor Helmut H. Riedl, TU Wien University, [email protected] Dr. Rainer R. Hahn, TU Wien University, [email protected] Manuscript submission information: The special issue will be open for submission on Jun 1, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select article type "VSI: PSE 2026" before the submission deadline Oct 31, 2026. Authors must provide your conference registration number in the cover letter accompanying your submissions. Keywords: Plasma and ion surface engineering; Process Technologies; Properties and applications; Characterization and simulation; https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/329510/20th-international-conference-on-plasma-surface-engineering-vsi-pse-2026
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Special Issue on Functional Coatings and Materials: From Fundamentals to Applications Submission Date: 2026-11-15 This special issue honours and recognizes the pioneering, fundamental, and seminal interdisciplinary contributions and lifetime achievements of Professor Dr. Christian Mitterer to the design, synthesis, and atomistic-level understanding of the correlation of microstructure and properties of functional materials, surfaces, and thin films and coatings for multiple breakthrough industrial applications. The collection solicits invited contributions on novel original research work and review articles covering a wide range of fundamental materials-science and applications-related topics, reflecting the lifetime achievements and scientific areas addressed by Professor Mitterer with seminal impact. Articles in this special issue span the scope across the following fields, but are not limited to: Functional materials, thin films, and coatings Surface functionalization and surface engineering Plasma-based deposition, PVD, CVD, PACVD Microstructural design Microstructure-properties relations Hard coatings, wear resistance, and tribology Thermal stability, oxidation, functional properties Nitrides, Carbides, Diborides, Oxides, Ceramics Multifunctional metallic materials Materials modeling and simulation Materials characterization Novel materials for hydrogen technologies Guest editors: Executive Guest Editor Dr. Michael Stüber Organization*: Institute for Applied Materials (IAM), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Hermann-von-Helmholtz-Platz 1, 76344 Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen, Germany Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Thin Films, Magnetron Sputtering, Materials Science, Material Characterization Co-Guest Editors Prof. Dr. Paul Heinz Mayrhofer Organization*: TU Wien, Vienna, Austria Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Thin film physics, PVD, surface engineering, protective and functional coatings, hard materials, simulation, DFT modelling, thermodynamics Prof. Dr. Jochen Schneider Organization*: RWTH Aachen, Aachen, Germany Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Physical vapor deposition, thin film physics, ab initio simulation, thermodynamics, quantum mechanically guided materials design Ass. Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Nina Schalk Organization*: Montanuniversität Leoben, Leoben, Austria Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: PVD, functional thin films, hard coatings, wear protection, cutting tool coatings, mechanical properties, surface engineering Prof. Dr. Claus Rebholz Organization*: University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Physical vapor deposition, thin film physics, functional thin films, surface functionalization, nanomanufacturing, biomedical surfaces Professor David T.A. Matthews Organization*: University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Surface engineering, wear, friction, topology, coatings, laser-based surface and materials processing Dr.-Ing. Michael Stueber Organization*: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Karlsruhe, Germany Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Areas of Expertise*: Physical vapor deposition, magnetron sputtering, protective coatings Manuscript submission information: This special issue is exclusively open to invited authors. The special issue will be open for submission on March 01, 2026. Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: Functional Materials" before the submission deadline of November 15, 2026. Keywords: functional materials, thin films, and coatings Surface functionalization and engineering Plasma-based deposition Microstructure-property relations https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/330441/functional-coatings-and-materials-from-fundamentals-to-applications
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Special Issue on Advanced Diffusion Technologies for the Generation of High-Performance Metallurgical Layers (VSI: High-Perf Diff Layers) Submission Date: 2027-06-30 Wear, fatigue, and corrosion are the most common failures on metallic material surfaces operating under severe environments. During the last decades, one of the most effective strategies for reducing degradation and extending the service life of metallic materials has been thermochemical treatments. For this reason, diffusion layer technologies are continuously improved for the development of high-performance layers, reducing the environmental impact associated with premature component failure. The special issue welcomes original research articles, review papers, and industrial case studies devoted to advanced diffusion technologies that enable improved efficiency, reduced processing temperatures and exposure times, and enhanced sustainability. The issue also covers the mechanical and chemical high-performance of diffusion layers and different characterization techniques for evaluating the layer microstructure and its engineering applications: Carburizing, nitriding, nitrocarburizing, boriding, aluminizing, chromizing, siliconizing, sherardizing, thermo-reactive diffusion/deposition, and diverse diffusion technologies for engineering metallic materials. Sustainable and environmentally conscious thermochemical treatments, including energy consumption, process optimization, lifecycle assessment, and CO2 mitigation strategies Growth kinetics, phase transformations, and thermodynamics of diffusion phenomena Wear, corrosion, wear-corrosion synergy, oxidation, and behavior of high-performance diffusion layers under simulated and real service conditions Layer microstructure–property relationship, including residual stresses, fracture toughness, fatigue, brittleness, adhesion, interface engineering, thermal stability, and texture control in diffusion layers Artificial intelligence, machine learning, data-driven approaches, and digital tools applied to diffusion technologies, growth kinetics, process optimization, mechanical, and corrosive surface phenomena Guest editors: Executive Guest Editor Prof. Dr. Ivan Enrique Campos-Silva Organization*: Grupo Ingeniería de Superficies. Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Unidad Zacatenco, SEPI-ESIME-ZAC, Mexico City 07738, Mexico Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Co-Guest Editors Prof. Dr. Marcel A. J. Somers Organization*: Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Produktionstorvet, Building 425, DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Prof. Dr. Jesús Alberto Meda-Campaña Organization*: SEPI-ESIME Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Ciudad de México 07738, México Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Prof. Dr. Peter Jurči Organization*: Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Jána Bottu2781/25, 917 24 Trnava, Slovakia Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Dr. Manuel Eduardo Palomar Pardavé Organization*: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Azcapotzalco, Departamento de Materiales, Av. San Pablo #180, Col. Reynosa-Tamaulipas, CDMX, C.P. 02200, México Institutional Email Address*: [email protected] Manuscript submission information: Submission Open Date: 10-May-2026 Please submit your manuscript to Editorial Manager® and select the article type "VSI: High-Perf Diff Layers" before the submission deadline of 30 June 2027. Keywords: diffusion technologies; high-performance diffusion layers; process efficiency; life-cycle analysis; surface performance; advanced characterization techniques https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/333328/advanced-diffusion-technologies-for-the-generation-of-high-performance-metallurgical-layers-vsi-high-perf-diff-layers
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Special Issue on Extremely High-Speed Laser Cladding of Advanced Coatings (VSI: EHLC of Advanced Coatings) Submission Date: 2027-12-01 Extremely high-speed laser cladding (EHLA) represents a transformative leap in surface coating and engineering, enabling deposition rates orders of magnitude beyond conventional laser cladding while achieving superior coating quality, minimal heat-affected zones, and exceptional material efficiency. This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research on EHLA process fundamentals, novel coating materials, microstructure evolution, and industrial applications across aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors. It also addresses emerging challenges in process monitoring, numerical simulation, and sustainability. By consolidating recent breakthroughs and ongoing developments, this collection aims to accelerate the adoption of EHLA as a next-generation coating and remanufacturing technology. Extremely high-speed laser cladding (EHLA) represents a transformative leap in surface coating and engineering, enabling deposition rates orders of magnitude beyond conventional laser cladding while achieving superior coating quality, minimal heat-affected zones, and exceptional material efficiency. This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research spanning the full breadth of EHLA science and technology, including: Process fundamentals — laser-material interaction mechanisms, melt pool dynamics, particle flight and heating behavior, and the key process parameters governing deposition quality. Novel coating materials — development and optimization of metallic alloys (e.g., amorphous-nanocrystalline alloy, high-entropy alloys), metal matrix composites, and functionally graded materials tailored for EHLA processing conditions. Microstructure and properties — phase evolution, solidification behavior, residual stress, hardness, wear resistance, corrosion performance, and fatigue life of EHLA coatings. Numerical simulation and modeling — thermal field simulation, fluid dynamics of the melt pool, particle trajectory modeling, and machine learning-assisted process optimization. Process monitoring and quality control — in-situ sensing, closed-loop control strategies, defect detection, and non-destructive evaluation methods. Industrial applications — deployment of EHLA across aerospace, automotive, oil and gas, marine, and energy sectors, including case studies in new part manufacturing and remanufacturing. Sustainability and efficiency — material utilization, energy consumption, lifecycle analysis, and the environmental advantages of EHLA over conventional coating and repair technologies By consolidating recent breakthroughs and ongoing developments from both academia and industry, this Special Issue aims to serve as a comprehensive reference that accelerates the adoption of EHLA as a next-generation coating technology and to identify open challenges and future research directions in this rapidly evolving field. https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/334070/extremely-high-speed-laser-cladding-of-advanced-coatings-vsi-ehlc-of-advanced-coatings
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