Magnesium and Titanium Alloy Engineering for Structural and Biomedical Applications
This community focuses on the metallurgical development of lightweight structural metals, specifically magnesium and titanium alloys, and the engineering of their surface properties for use in aerospace, automotive, and medical implant systems.
The work centers on improving the corrosion resistance and mechanical integrity of magnesium alloys, such as AZ31 and AZ91, through microstructural refinement, rare-earth doping, and severe plastic deformation. A parallel strand of research addresses the surface modification of titanium and aluminum substrates using plasma electrolytic oxidation, micro-arc oxidation, and laser treatments to create durable composite coatings. These surfaces are engineered for specific functional outcomes, including superhydrophobicity for anti-icing applications and antimicrobial properties for dental and orthopedic implants. The research also encompasses the development of biodegradable magnesium alloys for temporary medical devices, where controlled degradation rates are critical for bone integration and healing.
The largest share of this community's output is found in magnesium research, accounting for 38.2% of all magnesium research, and 16,215 papers here. Titanium research contributes the second-largest share at 8.9%, with 5,456 papers.
The community comprises 39,819 papers, published most frequently in the Journal of Magnesium and Alloys, Surface and Coatings Technology, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds.
Recent work continues to refine magnesium alloy compositions for high-temperature oxidation resistance and printability via laser powder bed fusion, while simultaneously developing advanced superhydrophobic coatings for aluminum and titanium to enhance anti-icing performance and prevent implant-associated infections.