A biomimetic magnesium–hydrogel scaffold with ferroptosis regulatory function for bone defect repair
June 2026
•A biomimetic composite scaffold was developed by impregnating 3D-printed Mg scaffolds with hydrogel.•The dual-layer design delayed magnesium degradation and enabled sustained Mg2+ release.•The scaffold...
Study on the preparation principle and strengthening mechanism of in-situ synthesized Mg-Li matrix composites through the La2O3→La→AlmLan route
June 2026
•Based on the modification technology of flux (LiF-LiCl), the efficient wetting of between La2O3 powder and Mg-Li alloy melt has been achieved.•By adopting the route of “La2O3→La→AlmLan”, a new type...
Exploring BaMg2XH8 (X = V, Mn, Fe, and Co) hydrides for solid-state hydrogen storage: Mechanical, electronic, optical, and phonon perspectives
June 2026
•DFT reveals structural, mechanical, electronic, optical, and H-storage traits of BaMg2XH8 (X = V, Mn, Fe, Co).•All compounds adopt a trigonal P3¯m1 structure and exhibit thermodynamic and mechanical...
Recent progress in wire arc additive manufacturing of magnesium alloys
June 2026
•The effect of process parameters on microstructure and mechanical properties are systematically summarized.•Strengthening mechanism and unique corrosion behavior of WAAM-Mg alloys are discussed.•Optimization...
Heat treatment, tensile and creep behaviors of Mg-Gd-Y-Zr alloy by novel near-liquidus squeeze cast
June 2026
•Optimized T4 and T6 regimes were developed for NSC alloys to maximize strengthening.•NSC alloy exhibits improved strengths and comparable ductility to GC and SC alloys.•The creep behavior was systematically...
Interlayer cooling time-mediated microstructural control and mechanical property tailoring in wire-arc additively manufactured Mg-Gd-Y-Zn-Zr alloys
June 2026
•The 18R-LPSO phases appeared in the as-deposited samples, with a maximum volume fraction of about 1.43%.•The formation mechanism of 18R-LPSO during WAAM was clarified.•At an ICT of 90 s, the as-deposited...
Thermal deformation behavior and related deformation mechanisms of Mg–3Y alloy under shear–compression loading conditions
June 2026
•The thermal shear–compression deformation was investigated via integrated physical simulation and numerical modeling.•During thermal shear–compression deformation, the Mg–3Y alloy demonstrates pronounced...
Tb/Sm co-doping mediated luminescence regulation in Mg-based LiMgPO4 with insights from ab initio calculations and experimental investigation
June 2026
•The specific occupation of equivalent Mg sites and repulsive interaction between Tb³⁺ and Sm³⁺ serve as the atomic-scale origin for optimal luminescence.•A complete "repulsion → dispersion → energy...
Natural-substance-integrated multifunctional coating enabled by diatomite and composite inhibitors for stimuli-responsive corrosion control
June 2026
•Innovative intelligent microcontainers: GT@DE/PDA microcontainers solve traditional inhibitor loss and poor controlled-release issue.•The coating combines four functions (intelligent corrosion inhibition,...
Deformation of wire-arc additively manufactured magnesium alloy under uniaxial tension: In situ synchrotron X-ray diffraction and tomography study
June 2026
•In situ synchrotron X-ray techniques reveal WAAM Mg alloy deformation dynamics.•In situ multi-scale measurements reveal the alloys weak anisotropy and twin evolution.•In situ 3D imaging shows voids...
Research progress on flame-retardant methods for magnesium alloys
June 2026
•From the dual perspective of thermodynamics and kinetics, the high temperature oxidation and ignition process of magnesium alloy were systematically combed, and the formation mechanism, composition...
Grain refinement and enhanced mechanical properties of rolled and annealed Mg–3Al alloy through trace Ca addition
June 2026
•Minor Ca addition (0.2 wt.%) to Mg–3Al alloy induces Al2Ca particle formation.•Al2Ca particles promote {10–11}–{10–12} double twinning in the as-rolled microstructure.•Double twins act as nucleation...
Emerging pathways for Mg structural manufacturing: Challenges and opportunities
June 2026
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Exploring high-performance magnesium-sulfur pouch cells using nitrogen-rich doped nano porous carbon
June 2026
•Pyridine N provides active sites for polysulfide adsorption.•The synergy between the ZIF8-NC and Cu plays a crucial role in Mg-S batteries.•The Cu not only acts as a catalyst but also participates...
From protection to failure: Oxidation of pure Mg and rare-earth-enhanced Mg alloys at elevated temperature
June 2026
•Pure Mg exhibits a transient protective MgO layer before catastrophic oxidation failure.•Failure of pure Mg is driven by Mg vapor pressure and stress-induced crack networks.•Rare earth elements promote...
Slip transfer, slip blocking and slip-to-twin transfer at grain boundaries in a WE43 Mg alloy
June 2026
•Slip transfer/blocking in WE Mg alloy was analyzed by means of 2D (EBSD, ST-MLRA) and 3D (DCT) experimental techniques.•Slip transfer events were tightly gathered in the high-compatibility region where...
Effect of temperature and β-phase morphology on the high-stress creep of magnesium-aluminum-rare earth alloys
June 2026
•Compare creep resistance of AE44-2 and AE44-4 across temperatures.•AE44-2 has superior creep resistance at elevated temperature.•Hall-Petch-like analysis links finer β-phase spacing to higher resistance.•Crystal...
Development and application of a modified GTN damage model for AZ31 magnesium alloys considering twinning and dynamic recrystallization
June 2026
•The modified GTN model related to DRX and twinning is developed.•The damage behavior of wedging spinning for AZ31 alloy is predicted.•Large spinning thickness and small dip angle can suppress the cracks...
Dissimilar friction stir welding between AZ31 magnesium alloy and pure copper: Evolution mechanism from macro to micro scales
June 2026
•This is the first study on the process mechanism of Mg/Cu FSW.•A process-based condition between tool and redistributed Mg/Cu is proposed.•The difference of Mg/Cu flow stress results in elongation...
Optimizing hydrogenation and optical switching performances of FC/Pd/Mg films via vacuum annealing: A Hall-Petch relationship perspective on Mg layer intermediate-temperature recovery
June 2026
•Systematic vacuum annealing (50–250 °C) is employed to tailor the microstructure and functional properties of FC/Pd/Mg films with an equiaxed Mg layer.•The film annealed at 100 °C for 0.5 h exhibits...
Effect of extrusion ratio on mechanical and biodegradation behavior of Mg–Zn–Mn–Sr alloy microtubes for biodegradable vascular stents
June 2026
•Effect of extrusion ratio on Mg-Zn-Mn-Sr (ZMJ100) alloy microtubes was investigated.•Ultra-precise ZMJ100 microtubes were fabricated using a two-step extrusion process.•Higher extrusion ratio enhanced...
Contrastive analysis of degradation behavior for WE43 magnesium alloy stents in cerebrovascular versus coronary hemodynamic environments
June 2026
•Cerebral arteries exhibit higher blood-flow velocities and shear stresses than coronary vessels.•WE43 stents corroded fastest in the internal carotid artery, forming deep pits within 24 h.•Corrosion...
High-throughput design and machine-learning optimization of SLM-fabricated high-entropy alloy coatings on magnesium alloys
Available online 30 June 2026
•High-throughput SLM enables rapid mapping of process–property relations.•BPNN-NSGA-II achieves accurate prediction and parameter optimization.•HEA coating shows dense structure and strong metallurgical...
