Editorial Board Members' Collection Series: Improving Structural Integrity of Metals: From Bulk to Surface.

The editorial discusses the importance of metals and alloys in various industrial sectors and highlights the need to ensure structural integrity through protection and strengthening mechanisms at both bulk and surface levels. Various methods, such as controlling microstructure, using innovative manufacturing techniques, and surface engineering treatments, are employed to improve mechanical properties and extend the life of components. The editorial also presents a collection of articles focusing on analyzing, preserving, and enhancing the structural integrity of metallic components, covering topics from bulk to surface levels, and considering advanced reliability analysis methods. [Extracted from the article]