Research advances of magnesium and magnesium alloys globally in 2024

Research on magnesium (Mg) alloys still remains a prominent and expanding field in recent years. The Web of Science Core Collection database documented 4898 published articles on the topic, highlighting a sustained and growing interest. Statistical analysis of the literature reveals a consistent focus on microstructures, mechanical and corrosion properties. Significant progress has also been made in the manufacture of large-scale Mg alloy components. Meanwhile, steady advancements have been achieved in functional magnesium materials, magnesium-based hydrogen storage, and magnesium-ion batteries, with magnesium-based Energy Storage Mater. moving closer to commercial applications. Notably, the year 2024 marks a breakthrough in artificial intelligence, and the integration of big data and artificial intelligence is expected to significantly accelerate the research and development of magnesium alloy materials. Furthermore, the decline in primary magnesium prices in 2024 has triggered a new wave of research and large-scale commercial applications. Concurrently, there is growing interest in their use in emerging industries such as unmanned aerial vehicles and robotics. With continuous improvements and diversification in performance, the applications of magnesium alloys have expanded significantly in 2024, encompassing satellite components, integrated automotive structures, magnesium alloy formwork, and biomedical materials. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current state of development and key research challenges in the field of Mg alloys as of 2024, and also outlines potential future directions for research and application.