About this Research Topic
Microstructural evolution during thermomechanical processes is pivotal to understand and predict the properties of materials. Density-based phase-field (DPF) models have recently gained traction as a powerful tool for simulating grain boundary thermodynamics and kinetics, offering a more physical description than classical phase-field approaches. These models integrate CALPHAD databases and atomistic simulations, enhancing the potential for grain boundary and segregation engineering. However, there is a continuous need to refine these models to accurately represent complex phenomena, such as stoichiometric compounds, solidification in multicomponent alloys, and dendritic growth in various alloy systems.
This Research Topic aims to advance the understanding and application of phase-field methods in simulating microstructural evolution and solidification processes. The goal is to address existing challenges in the field, such as computational efficiency, model accuracy, and the ability to simulate a wide range of materials and conditions. By refining and validating phase-field models against experimental data and theoretical predictions, the research seeks to bridge the gap between simulations and real-world applications, ultimately contributing to the development of new materials and processes.
In this Research Topic we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Advances in density-based phase-field (DPF) models for grain boundary simulation
- Novel phase-field models for solid-state sintering
- Phase-field modeling of stoichiometric compounds
- Multi-scale modeling approaches
- Phase-field simulations under non-conventional conditions
- The role of phase-field models in materials discovery and development
- Interfacial consistency in phase-field models for accurate microstructure prediction
- Microstructure simulation during additive manufacturing (or 3-D printing)
- Experimental research on solidification and microstructures
This Research Topic aims to advance the understanding and application of phase-field methods in simulating microstructural evolution and solidification processes. The goal is to address existing challenges in the field, such as computational efficiency, model accuracy, and the ability to simulate a wide range of materials and conditions. By refining and validating phase-field models against experimental data and theoretical predictions, the research seeks to bridge the gap between simulations and real-world applications, ultimately contributing to the development of new materials and processes.
In this Research Topic we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Advances in density-based phase-field (DPF) models for grain boundary simulation
- Novel phase-field models for solid-state sintering
- Phase-field modeling of stoichiometric compounds
- Multi-scale modeling approaches
- Phase-field simulations under non-conventional conditions
- The role of phase-field models in materials discovery and development
- Interfacial consistency in phase-field models for accurate microstructure prediction
- Microstructure simulation during additive manufacturing (or 3-D printing)
- Experimental research on solidification and microstructures
Keywords: phase-field models, phase-field simulations, microstructural evolution, solidification, DPF models, solid-state sintering
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