Xuefei Wang , Shijie Zhang , Di Jiang , Wei Yu , Yihao Zheng , Chunyang Luo , Haojie Wang , Zhaodong Wang
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Abstract
Accurately predicting mechanical properties of heat-treated materials is critical for intelligent process control and advanced manufacturing. This study proposes a Transformer-based multimodal learning framework for predicting the hardness and wear behavior of carburized steel after vacuum carburizing. By integrating microstructural images, material compositions, and process parameters, the proposed model effectively captures complex cross-modal relationships. Experimental results show that the multimodal model achieves high prediction accuracy, with an R2 of 0.98 and MAE of 5.23 HV for hardness prediction. Furthermore, Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) is introduced to preprocess the wear curve, reducing noise and improving the robustness of friction performance prediction. The results demonstrate the effectiveness and generalizability of the proposed approach, offering a practical AI-based solution for intelligent material property evaluation and process optimization.
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Materials and Design is a multi-disciplinary journal that publishes original research reports, review articles, and express communications. The journal focuses on studying the structure and properties of inorganic and organic materials, advancements in synthesis, processing, characterization, and testing, the design of materials and engineering systems, and their applications in technology. It aims to bring together various aspects of materials science, engineering, physics, and chemistry.
The journal explores themes ranging from materials to design and aims to reveal the connections between natural and artificial materials, as well as experiment and modeling. Manuscripts submitted to Materials and Design should contain elements of discovery and surprise, as they often contribute new insights into the architecture and function of matter.