The Journal of Materials: Design and Applications covers the usage and design of materials for application in an engineering context. The materials covered include metals, ceramics, and composites, as well as engineering polymers."The Journal of Materials Design and Applications is dedicated to publishing papers of the highest quality, in a timely fashion, covering a variety of important areas in materials technology. The Journal's publishers have a wealth of publishing expertise and ensure that authors are given exemplary service. Every attention is given to publishing the papers as quickly as possible. The Journal has an excellent international reputation, with a corresponding international Editorial Board from a large number of different materials areas and disciplines advising the Editor." Professor Bill Banks - University of Strathclyde, UKThis journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).