Reactivity and Microstructure of Al2O3-Reinforced Magnesium-Matrix Composites by Maher Mounib, Matteo Pavese, Claudio Badini, Williams Lefebvre, Hajo Dieringa

“…Different methods such as transmission electron microscopy (TEM), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and XRD were used to highlight these chemical reactions and to identify products. …”
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Characterization of Thermal Properties of Highland Bamboo Fibers by Dawit Tessema Ebissa, Tamrat Tesfaye, Delele Worku Ayele

“…The sample was subjected to different analyses for each corresponding age (1, 2, and 3 years) and NaOH concentration (untreated, 1%, 2%, and 3%) levels using thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, derivative thermogravimetric analysis, and differential thermal analysis for thermal property characterization. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used for morphological studies, whereas Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was used for the identification of functional groups of the fibers. …”
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New Hybrid Materials Synthesized with Different Dyes by Sol-Gel Method by Ramona Gheonea, Eleonora Cornelia Crasmareanu, Nicoleta Plesu, Sorin Sauca, Vasile Simulescu, Gheorghe Ilia

“…The micrographs obtained by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed the high density of the films. …”
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy as a micropropagation monitoring tool for plants: A case study of tamarillo Solanum betaceum callus by André Caeiro, Jorge Canhoto, Paulo R.F. Rocha

“…The low frequency impedance modulus and the equivalent circuit charge transfer resistance are found to effectively translate real-time cellular growth and microstructural deformations which have been benchmarked with light and scanning electron microscopy and mass measurements. EIS therefore emerges as a micropropagation monitoring technique in plant biotechnology.…”
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Structural and Magnetic Properties of Ba3[Cu0.8−xZnxMn0.2]2Fe24O41 Z-Type Hexaferrites by Eman S. Al-Hwaitat, Sami H. Mahmood, Mahmoud Al–Hussein, Ibrahim Bsoul

“…The effects of Zn substitution for Cu on the structural and magnetic properties of the prepared samples were investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM). …”
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Effects of zeolite and palm fiber on the weathering resistance and durability characteristic of cement soil by Weiqing Qu, Naman Maimt, Jili Qu

“…Finally, the microscopic mechanisms were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results indicate that the cement soil composite of zeolite and palm fiber, when combined in optimal proportions, exhibits the best durability and minimal loss of strength and mass, irrespective of whether exposed to clean water or salt erosion, as well as during dry-wet or freeze-thaw cycles.…”
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Adsorptive Removal of Cd(II) Ions from Wastewater Using Maleic Anhydride Nanocellulose by Hizkeal Tsade Kara, Sisay Tadesse Anshebo, Fedlu Kedir Sabir

“…The as-prepared adsorbents were characterized by using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX), and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) instruments. …”
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Modification of corncob-derived cellulose using Hexadecyltrimethylammonium Bromide and Propylene Carbonate by Ng Yee Shui, Ooi Zhong Xian, Teoh Yi Peng, Ooi Mei Lee

“…The modified corncob cellulose was characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and zeta potential. …”
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Experimental Study on the Softening Characteristics of Sandstone and Mudstone in Relation to Moisture Content by Gui-chen Li, Chong-chong Qi, Yuan-tian Sun, Xiao-lin Tang, Bao-quan Hou

“…This is achieved through detailed studies using scanning electron microscopy, shear tests, and evaluation of rock index properties during exposure to different moisture contents. …”
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Reduction of Residual Stress for High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel Strip Based on Finite Element Analysis by Zengshuai Qiu, Anrui He, Jian Shao, Xiaoming Xia

“…To enhance modeling precision, several experiments are conducted, such as uniaxial tensile test at multiple temperatures, dynamic continuous cooling transformation, and scanning electron microscopy, to determine the material properties and boundary conditions of the FE model. …”
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Corrosion properties of aluminized 16Mo3 steel by Karpe B., Prijatelj K., Bizjak M., Kosec T.

“…Optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) were used for surface layer microstructure characterization before and after corrosion tests. …”
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Corrosion Inhibition of Mild Steel in HCl by Isolated Compounds of Riccinus Communis (L.) by Rinki Goel, W. A. Siddiqi, Bahar Ahmed, J. Hussan

“…The mild steel samples were also analyzed by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The results show that C1 is an excellent inhibitor for mild steel in acid medium. …”
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Feasibility of Reprocessing Natural Fiber Filled Poly(lactic acid) Composites: An In-Depth Investigation by Sujal Bhattacharjee, Dilpreet S. Bajwa

“…Measurements of fiber length and molecular weight of polymer were, respectively, carried out by gel permeation chromatography (GPC). Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) tools were used to study morphological and molecular alterations. …”
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Strength and Solidification Mechanism of Silt Solidified by Polyurethane by Fengyuan Li, Chaojie Wang, Yangyang Xia, Yanjie Hao, Peng Zhao, Mingsheng Shi

“…Mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were performed to find that polymers can reduce soil porosity, and the addition of polyurethane improved the strength of the silt mainly through adhesion, wrapping, filling, and bridging.…”
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Research on the Expansion Characteristics and Compressive Strength of Mortars Containing Circulating Fluidized Bed Combustion Desulfurization Slag by Zhi Cheng, Zhijun Cheng, Hua Hou, Tao Han, Lan Liu

“…The hydration products of cement-slag cementitious system were analyzed by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results show that mechanical grinding can increase both the expansion and compressive strength of mortars containing CFBC desulfurization slag, and the compressive strength and linear expansion can develop in coordination. …”
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Evaluation of New Film Based on Chitosan/Gold Nanocomposites on Antibacterial Property and Wound-Healing Efficacy by Kai Wang, Haosheng Wang, Su Pan, Chuan Fu, YuXin Chang, Hongru Li, Xiaoyu Yang, Zhiping Qi

“…Through transmission electron microscopy, we found that the presence of CS can effectively prevent the agglomeration of nanoparticles. …”
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Mechanical and magnetic properties of composite materials with polymer matrix by Grujić A., Talijan N., Stojanović D., Stajić-Trošić J., Burzić Z., Balanović Lj., Aleksić R.

“…The modulus of elasticity increases, which means that in exploitation material with higher magnetic powder content, subjected to the same level of stress, undergoes 2 to 3.5 times smaller deformation. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) was used to examine the morphology of sample surfaces and fracture surfaces caused by the tensile strength tests. …”
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Preparation and Characterization of Carrageenan-Modified Starch-Egg White Protein Composite Gels by CUI Yaxue, LI Wenzhao, YANG Xiaofei, YAN Feng, ZHANG Jiaping, RUAN Meijuan

“…Microstructural observation by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed that the interaction between the polysaccharides and egg white proteins facilitated the formation of stable, dense and uniform gel networks. …”
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MINERAL INCLUSIONS IN THE LATE BRONZE AGE METAL OBJECTS OF SOUTHERN TRANSURALS by M.N. Ankushev, I.A. Blinov, I.P. Alaeva, N.B. Vinogradov, F.N. Petrov, P.S. Ankusheva

“…The composition of alloys, inclusions of sulfides, oxides and metals of objects was established by scanning electron microscopy. The composition of objects is dominated by copper and tin bronze, with a subordinate role of arsenic bronze. …”
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Antimicrobial Activity of Thin Solid Films of Silver Doped Hydroxyapatite Prepared by Sol-Gel Method by Simona Liliana Iconaru, Patrick Chapon, Philippe Le Coustumer, Daniela Predoi

“…The silver doped hydroxyapatite thin films were characterized by various techniques such as Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) with energy Dispersive X-ray attachment (X-EDS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and glow discharge optical emission spectroscopy (GDOES). …”
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