Materials Science

AAP Advances in Materials, Manufacturing and Computational Intelligence Techniques

Advanced Aerospace Aluminum
Processing, Characterization, and Sustainable Applications

Amit Joshi, PhD
Sunil Chamoli, PhD
Ashwani Kumar, PhD

Advanced Aerospace Aluminum

In Production
Pub Date: Forthcoming April 2027
Hardback Price: $200 USD | £150 UK
Hard ISBN: 9781779647733
E-Book ISBN: 978-1-77964-774-0
Pages: Est 268 pp w index
Binding Type: Hardback / ebook
Series: AAP Advances in Materials, Manufacturing and Computational Intelligence Techniques
Notes: 14 color and 101 b/w illustrations

Advanced Aerospace Aluminum: Processing, Characterization, and Sustainable Applications presents a comprehensive and forward-looking examination of modern aluminum alloys designed for next-generation aerospace systems. Integrating fundamental materials science with applied engineering practice, this volume explores state-of-the-art processing routes, advanced characterization techniques, and emerging sustainable applications that redefine the performance boundaries of aerospace aluminum.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of innovative processing strategies—including cryogenic deformation, cryorolling, warm rolling, hybrid severe plastic deformation (SPD), and post-deformation treatments—demonstrating how these approaches enhance mechanical strength, microstructural refinement, toughness, and corrosion resistance. Detailed discussions of ultrafine-grained microstructure evolution reveal how advanced thermomechanical processing enables superior material performance compared with conventional aerospace manufacturing methods.

Through focused case studies, the authors examine key aerospace alloys such as Al 5052, Al 5059, Al-Cu-Li 2099, and Al 6351, highlighting improvements in hardness, fracture behavior, and corrosion performance. The volume also expands beyond aluminum systems to address texture evolution in additively manufactured 17-4PH stainless steel and optimization of aerospace manufacturing processes, including machining parameter design and electrical discharge machining of tool steels. These contributions provide valuable insights into integrated materials processing and production optimization.

A distinctive feature of this book is its emphasis on sustainability. Early chapters introduce environmentally conscious aerospace alloy development, while later sections connect advanced aluminum technologies to energy storage and conversion applications. By bridging aerospace engineering with sustainable energy systems, the book underscores the growing role of lightweight, high-performance alloys in reducing environmental impact and supporting low-carbon technological advancement.

Combining theoretical foundations with industrial relevance, this volume serves as an essential reference for aerospace engineers, materials scientists, manufacturing specialists, researchers in cryogenic and severe plastic deformation processing, graduate students, and R&D professionals in the aerospace and defense sectors. Policymakers and technology developers will also benefit from its perspective on sustainable manufacturing and future aerospace materials innovation.

By charting the evolution of advanced aluminum processing and its expanding role in energy and aerospace applications, Advanced Aerospace Aluminum offers a practical roadmap for designing high-performance, environmentally responsible materials for the aircraft and energy systems of the future.

CONTENTS:
Preface

PART 1: ADVANCED PROCESSING TECHNIQUES FOR AEROSPACE ALUMINUM
1. Sustainable Aerospace Aluminum Alloys: Potential for Energy Applications

2. Cryogenic and Warm Rolling Techniques for Al Alloys

3. Microstructural Evolution in Severely Deformed Al Alloys

4. Mechanical Properties of Cryorolled and Annealed Al 5052 Alloy

5. Corrosion Behavior of Ultrafine-Grained Al 5052 Alloy

6. Fracture Behavior and Toughness of Cryorolled Al 5059 Alloy

7. Mechanical Behavior and Texture Evolution of Additively Manufactured 17-4PH Stainless Steel

8. Optimization of Machining Parameters for Al-Cu Alloys

9. Electrical Discharge Machining of Tool Steels: Process Optimization

10. Hybrid SPD Processing of Al-Cu-Li 2099 Alloy

PART 2: CHARACTERIZATION OF ADVANCED ALUMINUM ALLOYS
11. Anisotropy and Deformation Behavior in Processed Al-Cu-Li 2099 Alloy

12. Impact Toughness and Fatigue Properties of Ultrafine-Grained Al 6351 Alloy

13. EBSD Characterization of Cryorolled and Annealed Al 6351 Alloy

PART 3: SUSTAINABLE APPLICATIONS OF ADVANCED ALUMINUM ALLOYS
14. Future Prospects and Applications of Advanced Aluminum Alloys in Aerospace Industry

15. Advanced Aluminum Alloys for Energy Storage and Conversion Systems


Index


About the Authors / Editors:
Amit Joshi, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, GB Pant Engineering College, Ghurdauri, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India

Amit Joshi, PhD, is working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of GB Pant Engineering College, Ghurdauri, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. With over 13 years of teaching experience, he has published more than 50 research papers in reputed journals, including 15 SCI- and Scopus-indexed journals. He is a reviewer for several prestigious SCI-indexed journals, including Transaction of the Indian Institute of Metals, Material Science and Engineering, and Materials Research Express. He has organized international conferences, national conferences, and a number of faculty development program sponsored by TEQIP-II and III. He is highly cited researcher, having h index 9. His current research interests include advanced machining process, SPD processes, material degradation behavior: corrosion and tribology, composite materials, CAD/CAM, and additive manufacturing. Dr. Joshi earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, and his MTech degree in Mechanical Engineering (specialization in CAD/CAM) from the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, Haryana, India.

Sunil Chamoli, PhD
Researcher and Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Engineering & Technology, India

Sunil Chamoli, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Engineering & Technology, India. Having published more than 200 papers in prestigious international journals and conference proceedings, he has an impressive record of research with over 3484 citations on Google Scholar. He is recognized as a major innovator in the field of thermal systems because of his work, which mainly focuses on improving heat transfer efficiency and developing solar thermal technology. After completing his doctoral studies at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Hamirpur, Dr. Chamoli went on to undertake postdoctoral research at the esteemed Southern University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen, China. Dr. Chamolis study has investigated cutting-edge methods like vortex generators, inserts, and surface changes to improve the efficiency of solar air heaters and heat exchangers. He has been able to optimize the thermal and fluid flow characteristics of several systems through his work in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), which has given him important insights into the development and functionality of these technologies. Dr. Chamoli is a committed teacher and mentor and has mentored PhD, postgraduate, and undergraduate students. He has received many honors for his contributions to the field of thermal systems, including being listed in Stanford’s top 2% of scientists worldwide. The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand has also given him recognition for his outstanding contributions to the field of thermal systems.

Ashwani Kumar, PhD
Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Technical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (under the Government of Uttar Pradesh), India

Ashwani Kumar, PhD, is a Professor and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Technical Education Department, Uttar Pradesh (under the Government of Uttar Pradesh) in Kanpur, India. Prior to his current role, Dr. Kumar served as a senior lecturer at the same organization and as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Graphic Era, Dehradun. He has held numerous key positions within the education sector, including Coordinator for AICTE-Extension of Approval, Nodal Officer for PMKVY-TI Scheme (Government of India), Internal Coordinator-CDTP Scheme (Government of Uttar Pradesh), Industry Academia Relation Officer, Assistant Centre Superintendent (ACS)-Institute Examination Cell, Zonal Officer for Joint Entrance Examination (JEE-Diploma), and Sector Magistrate for State Assembly and General Elections. He is a Series Editor for eight book series published by CRC Press (Taylor & Francis) USA, Wiley, and Apple Academic Press. He also serves as Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Materials, Manufacturing and Sustainable Technologies and Editor of the International Journal of Energy Resources Applications. He has also been a guest editor for a special issue of Buildings titled as Sustainable Buildings, Resilient Cities and Infrastructure Systems. He holds editorial board positions on eight international journals and acts as review board member of 20 international journals. Dr. Kumar has published over 200 articles in journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings and has co-authored or edited over 40 books. He received a Best Teacher Award for excellence in academics and research, having successfully guided 15 students through their BTech, MTech and PhD theses. He holds four patents and frequently participates in international conferences as an invited speaker, session chair, and member of advisory boards, review boards, and program committees.




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