Dear Colleagues,

Dissimilar material welding holds immense relevance in contemporary manufacturing due to its pivotal role in integrating diverse materials to meet specific engineering requirements. As industries increasingly demand lighter, stronger, and more versatile components, dissimilar material welding facilitates the construction of advanced structures and assemblies. However, it poses unique challenges stemming from the inherent differences in physical properties, thermal expansion coefficients, and metallurgical behaviors among dissimilar materials. Achieving robust welds while minimizing distortion, residual stresses, and intermetallic compound formation remains a daunting task. Moreover, ensuring the long-term structural integrity and reliability of dissimilar weld joints under varying operating conditions further compounds the challenges. Addressing these complexities requires interdisciplinary research efforts, innovative welding techniques, and a comprehensive understanding of material science and engineering principles, highlighting the significance of ongoing exploration and advancements in this field.

The Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing presents a Special Issue focused on dissimilar metal joining and welding. This Special Issue examines the latest advancements and practical implications in joining different metals, metal polymer joints, and metal composite joints, crucial across industries like the automotive, aerospace, and electronics industries.

Aligned with the journal's scope, this Special Issue addresses the fundamental challenges and innovative solutions in manufacturing processes and materials engineering. Contributors explore diverse methods, including friction stir welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, and adhesive bonding, tackling issues such as metallurgical compatibility, thermal management, and joint integrity.

Through experimental manufacturing trials, material and joint mechanical characterization, numerical modeling, and advanced experimental characterization of dissimilar joints and structures, this Special Issue fosters scientific discourse and practical insights essential for developing efficient and sustainable dissimilar metal joining techniques. It serves as a platform to bridge theoretical understanding with real-world applications, facilitating the advancement of manufacturing technologies and materials science.

Dr. Daniel F.O. Braga
Dr. Sérgio Tavares
Guest Editors

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• dissimilar joining
• welding
• intermetallics
• bonding mechanisms
• structural integrity
• fatigue
• fracture
• corrosion