Load rate sensitivity and printability metrics of bio-derived polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in material extrusion additive manufacturing
September 2026
The increased interest in sustainable materials and technologies that reduce consumption has led to the use of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), in material extrusion 3D printing. PHA combines environmental...
Enhancement of mechanical forming properties related in formability for AA2024-T3 sheet using shot peening process
September 2026
This research aims to improve the formability of aluminum alloy AA2024-T3 sheets, along with their surface characteristics and mechanical forming properties, by employing the shot peening (SP) process...
The toughened and heat-resistant composites for additive manufacturing applications: The use of poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene succinate) blends modified with natural fillers
September 2026
This paper presents research focused on the preparation of a novel type of poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene succinate) blend (PLA/PBS) dedicated to additive manufacturing via filament 3D printing, material...
The influence of the weaving architecture of fiber preforms on the mechanical behavior of SiC/SiC composites
September 2026
SiC/SiC composites with different weaving architectures were prepared by the polymer precursor impregnation and pyrolysis process. The microstructure of the SiC/SiC composites was tested by SEM technology,...
Spark plasma sintering: A solid-state sustainable recycling technique
September 2026
This review comprehensively explores the emerging role of Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) as a sustainable and versatile solid-state recycling technique across various industries. Emphasizing its advantages...
Comparative evaluation of rolling and ultrasonic rolling chamfer for 7050 aluminum alloy load-bearing holes
September 2026
Rolling is a surface strengthening process that induces substantial plastic deformation, whereas ultrasonic rolling combines ultrasonic vibration with rolling to form a novel hybrid technique. Both...
Role of post-printing heat treatments and build orientation on the mechanical properties of additively manufactured maraging steel for power and energy applications
September 2026
This study investigates the mechanical behavior of maraging steel components fabricated using direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) with varying build orientations within the XZ-plane and subjected to...
Experimental investigation and machine learning-based optimization of abrasive water jet drilling in GFRP laminates
September 2026
Abrasive water jet drilling (AWJD) has emerged as a promising technique for producing fastener holes in glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) laminates, where conventional drilling is often limited...
Mixture and process optimization of vapor smoothing using acetone and ethanol for 3D printed ABS
September 2026
The effects of solvent vapor treatment on the surface quality of FDM-printed ABS parts were investigated using acetone-ethanol mixtures. Four binary solvent ratios (100:0, 80:20, 60:40, and 40:60 v/v)...
Establishing a magneto-finishing process applying hemispherical permanent magnets combined with a radiated magnetic field array for complex surfaces
September 2026
This study introduces an advanced magnetic polishing (MRF) process designed to overcome the limitations of conventional MRF methods, which are fundamentally unable to machine parts with complex, especially...
Multiscale Analysis of Compression-Torsion Energy Absorption in Hyperbolic Lattices under Quasi-Static Loading
Available online 19 September 2026
Lightweight metamaterial structures, with their tunable mechanical properties, exhibit broad application prospects in fields with stringent material performance requirements, such as automotive lightweighting...
Graphite-loading-dependent porosity and mechanical performance of LDM-printed kaolin ceramics
Available online 11 September 2026
Controlling processing-induced defects while maintaining mechanical integrity remains a central challenge in extrusion-based ceramic additive manufacturing. This study examined the effect of graphite...
Surface integrity and material removal rate optimization in CNC turning of a cast Al–Zn–Mg–Cu based lightweight alloy
Available online 11 September 2026
Cast Al–Zn–Mg–Cu-based alloys are attractive lightweight materials for engineering components, but their machining performance is strongly affected by casting-related heterogeneity, surface defects,...
Investigating the thermo-mechanical response and bush formation during friction drilling of LPBF AlSi10Mg alloy
Available online 7 September 2026
This study investigates the thermo-mechanical response of laser powder bed fused (LPBF) AlSi10Mg alloy during friction drilling and its influence on bushing formation. Experiments were conducted under...
Effects of Anhydride Hardener on Performance of a Glycerol-Derived Bio-Epoxy Resin for Advanced Composites Manufacturing
Available online 1 September 2026
This study systematically evaluates the physical, mechanical and thermal performance of glycerol triglycidyl ether-based bio-epoxy resins to assess their suitability as sustainable alternatives for...
OPTIMIZING WIRE ARC ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING STRATEGIES FOR THE REPAIR OF THIN-WALLED 2219 ALUMINUM ALLOY AEROSPACE COMPONENT USING A CYCLE STEP APPROACH
Available online 31 August 2026
The aerospace sector is increasingly prioritizing component repair over replacement as a sustainability strategy, driving demand for additive manufacturing solutions capable of restoring complex metallic...
Progress and perspectives on heat-resistant magnesium alloys: Evolution, composition design, and property optimization
Available online 22 August 2026
The relentless drive toward lightweight, structurally complex, and multifunctional advanced equipment—such as aircraft, aero-engines, and weapon systems—has drawn considerable attention to heat-resistant...
Ultrasonically assisted resistance spot welding: A comprehensive review
Available online 22 August 2026
Ultrasonically assisted resistance spot welding (UARSW) provides a powerful route for reshaping interfacial metallurgy in both similar and dissimilar-metal systems. For similar metal joints, high-frequency...
Effect of deposition strategy on the formability, microstructure, and mechanical properties of AZ31 via wire arc additive manufacturing
Available online 22 August 2026
Wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) of magnesium alloy has attracted significant attention due to its potential for producing large-scale, lightweight structural components. However, different heat...
Recent Advances and Challenges of Abrasive Water Jet Machining Process on Layered Fiber Composites
Available online 21 August 2026
Abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM) has emerged as a versatile and efficient method for machining intricate shapes in challenging materials, particularly layered fiber composites. This review critically...
Lightweight epoxy materials reinforced with regrind from wind turbine blade waste: Thermal and mechanical properties
Available online 20 August 2026
This work aimed to demonstrate the potential for material recycling of wind turbine blades (WTB) by using post-consumer regrind as a filler in epoxy composites. Composites were fabricated based on epoxy...
Investigation of the effects of infill process parameters on the tensile and flexural properties of fused filament fabricated thermoplastic polyurethane composite
Available online 20 August 2026
Electrically conductive carbon particle-reinforced thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) composites are increasingly utilized in wearable electronics, flexible circuits, soft robotics, and bioelectronic...
Intuitionistic Fuzzy Multi-Criteria TOPSIS Model for Sustainable Optimization of Friction Stir Welding Parameters in Dissimilar Alloy Joints
Available online 10 August 2026
This paper introduces a comprehensive optimization framework that combines Intuitionistic Fuzzy Group Decision-Making (IFGDM) with the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution...
Ceramic titanium carbide nanopowder as a reinforcement agent of ASA in material extrusion additive manufacturing
Available online 6 August 2026
In an effort to keep up with the rapidly growing needs of society, manufacturing processes and materials need to be constantly developed. Additive manufacturing (AM) exploits different materials and...
Recent advances in integrated die-casting of magnesium alloys
Available online 4 August 2026
Prompted by the lightweighting strategy for new energy vehicles, integrated die-casting Mg alloy technology has emerged as a research hotspot due to its combined weight reduction potential and emission...