Optimizing the mechanical properties of sustainable self-compacting concrete contains industrial by-products by using Taguchi and Grey-Taguchi methods by Mahdi Mosafer, Ali Khodabakhshian, Mansour Ghalehnovi

“…Moreover, based on grey relational grades, the microstructures of the best-performing and worst-performing mixtures among the sixteen mixtures were analyzed using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) imaging and Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX). …”
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Mechanical properties and disintegration behavior of EICP-reinforced sea sand subjected to drying-wetting cycles by Kai Xu, Ming Huang, Zijian Liu, Mingjuan Cui, Shuang Li

“…The disintegration tests were conducted on EICP-treated sea sand to investigate the disintegration resistance of bio-cemented samples with various cementation levels. The microstructures of samples before and after disintegration were examined to disclose the disintegration mechanisms of EICP-reinforced sea sand. …”
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In Situ Dynamic Manipulation of Graphene Strain Sensor with Drastically Sensing Performance Enhancement by Zewei Luo, Xinming Li, Quanling Li, Xiyue Tian, Tianyi Fan, Chaolun Wang, Xing Wu, Guozhen Shen

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Estimation of Some Mechanical Properties for Similar & Dissimilar Welded Joints by Abdullah Daie'e Assi

“…., δ- Ferrite phase T., and Microstructures T.) and mechanical testing include (tensile T., bending T. and micro hardness T.) …”
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Nanometer-Ranged Interfacial Interactions of the VRFB-Cell Electrolyte Species: An Implication of Molecular Dynamics Simulation by Anant Babu Marahatta

“…This specific simulation aiming at investigating very preliminary ideologies required for probing interfacial microstructures in the vicinity of SO3− conductive sites of the Nafion, most probable molecular/ionic obstructions or facilitations of their proton exchange rates, genius electrochemical impacts of the [V (H2O)m]n+ moieties in their mutual osmotic balance, disruption or maintenance of the hydrogen-bonded water channel across the electrolytic/polymeric matrices, etc., would be very crucial to the advancement of this battery technology. …”
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Analysis of extraocular muscle volumes in idiopathic hypertrophic pachymeningitis patients. by Suppakul Kitkamolwat, Supichaya Soonthornpusit, Akarawit Eiamsamarng, Natthapon Rattanathamsakul, Niphon Chirapapaisan, Chanon Ngamsombat

“…This enlargement could be due to the diffuse infiltrative histopathology potentially involving microstructures in the EOM. Extraocular movement limitations may be related to cranial nerve involvement. …”
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Real-Time Interrogation Technology for a Large-Scale Fiber-Ring Laser Sensor Array by Xuefeng Chen, Xue Dong, Houjun Lv, Yunxin Hu, Xiujuan Yu, Xiangfei Chen, Shengchun Liu

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Finite Element Analysis of Soft-Pad Moldless Stamping of Bistable Circular Micro Shells by Mark M. Kantor, Asaf Asher, Rivka Gilat, Skava Krylov

“…Bistable microstructures are promising for implementation in many mictroelectromechanical system (MEMS)-based applications due to their ability to stay in several equilibrium states, high tunability and unprecedented sensitivity to external stimuli. …”
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Nickel-Rich Cathodes for Solid-State Lithium Batteries: Comparative Study Between PVA and PIB Binders by José M. Pinheiro, Beatriz Moura Gomes, Manuela C. Baptista, M. Helena Braga

“…The results show that both PIB and PVA formulations yielded conductive cathodes with stable microstructures and uniform particle distribution. Electrochemical characterization exposed that the PVA-based cathode outperformed the PIB-based counterpart, achieving the theoretical capacity of 192 mAh·g⁻¹ even at 1C, whereas the PIB cathode reached a maximum capacity of 145 mAh.g⁻¹ at C/40. …”
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Transportation carbon emission efficiency network formation mechanism and spatial structural complexity analysis: Evidence from China by Lin Liu, Yuming Liu, Rong Zhao

“…This study employs the super-efficiency SBM model and social network analysis to examine the mechanistic formation of carbon emission networks, emphasizing temporal and gradient distribution patterns of efficiency networks, spatial transfer pathways, efficiency evolution characteristics, and the complexity of microstructures. Findings reveal: (1) The overall efficiency of carbon emissions exhibits a “N-shaped” trend over time, driven by local high efficiency inducing overall high-efficiency output. (2) Regional imbalances persist, characterized by a “λ-shaped” fixed radiation pattern centered around Beijing, with spatial transmission from eastern coastal areas to north-south transfer to western diffusion. …”
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Characterization of two iron bullets from the royal ammunition factory of Eugi (Spain) by Zalakain I., Berlanga C., Alvarez L., Asa L., Labé P., Rivero P., Valencia J., Rodríguez R.

“…The analyses of the microstructures carried out by LM and SEM showed that one bullet was composed of white cast iron with a pearlitic matrix, steadite and graphite; while the other was composed of grey cast iron with a pearlitic matrix, graphite and a low amount of steadite. …”
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Insights into HIU enhancement of salt-reduced surimi gelation properties: Dual regulation of endogenous transglutaminase activation and protease inhibition by Xia Gao, Meng Gui, Shengjun Chen, Xiao Hu, Juan You, Tao Yin, Yang Hu, Shanbai Xiong, Ru Liu

“…In this study, enzyme-specific additives were employed to investigate the enhancement effect of HIU on the gelation properties of salt-reduced (1.5 % NaCl) surimi in terms of puncture properties, protein degradation and crosslinking, dynamic rheological properties, water distribution and microstructures. Results showed that CaCl2 and E-64 significantly increased the breaking force of surimi gels. …”
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Effect of Thermal Aging on Color Stability and Mechanical Properties of High-Density CAD/CAM Polymers Utilized for Provisional Restorations by Rasha Alharthi, Ali Robaian Alqahtani, Abdullah Mohammed Alshehri, Abdulrahman Almalki, Heba Wageh Abozaed, Eman Mohamed Raffat Hussein, Tarek Ahmed Soliman

“…The color stability, flexural strength (FS), survival probability, and microstructures were evaluated following thermal cycling. …”
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High-Performance NiO/PANI/ZnNb₂O₆ Composites for EMI Shielding: Structural Insights and Microwave Shielding Effectiveness in the Sub-8 GHz Range by Mehriban Emek, Ethem İlhan Şahin, Jamal-Eldin F. M. Ibrahim

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the successful formation of single-phase NiO and ZnNb₂O₆, while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed well-defined microstructures, contributing to enhanced shielding efficiency. …”
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Optimization via Taguchi of Artificial Lightweight Aggregates Obtained from Kaolinite Clay and Ceramic Waste: Development and Industrial Applications by José Anselmo da Silva Neto, Marcos Alyssandro Soares dos Anjos, Ricardo Peixoto Suassuna Dutra, Maelson Mendonça de Souza, Cinthia Maia Pederneiras

“…In addition, 63 industrial applications were identified for the developed materials, ranging from structural lightweight concretes to thermal and acoustic insulation with varied microstructures. Therefore, the partial replacement of clay by CHT and EFA waste represents a promising alternative for producing sustainable LWAs, helping to reduce environmental impacts while providing quality materials for various applications in the most diverse industrial sectors.…”
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Design and development of motorcycle helmet using carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin hybrid composite by Nuzhat Aqila Tushe, Syed Tanjib Mahmud, Nafiul Islam, Golam Mostofa, Noshin Tasnim Tuli, Adib Bin Rashid

“…With scanning electron microscope (SEM), the structural morphology of hybrid composites is examined to understand the complex microstructures and interfaces present in the composite materials.…”
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Testicular extracellular matrix/gelatin-based scaffold using gas foaming to support spermatogonial stem cells by Maryam Momeni, Mohammad Kazemi Ashtiani, Zahra Bashiri, Zohreh Bagher, Hamid Reza Asgari, Morteza Koruji

“…The hybrid scaffolds exhibited uniform porous microstructures with a pore size average ranging from 298-330 μm. …”
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Catalytic Evaluation of an Optimized Heterogeneous Composite Catalyst Derived from Fusion of Tri-Biogenic Residues by Oyelayo Ajamu Oyedele, Simeon Olatayo Jekayinfa, Abass O. Alade, Christopher Chintua Enweremadu

“…Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) showed non-uniform, spongy microstructures, enhancing the surface area and catalytic efficiency. …”
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Compressive stress-strain relationship of limestone calcined clay cement-based UHPC matrix by Kunjie Fan, Peng Du, Yao Yao

“…DTG, SEM-EDS, and MIP have been performed to investigate the hydration process and microstructures. The results show that LC3-UHPC matrix achieves optimal mechanical performance with a 1:2 calcined clay to limestone powder ratio and a 30 % substitution rate of limestone calcined clay (LC2) for cement in this study, while the typical calcined clay to limestone powder ratio for LC3-based normal concrete is 2:1. …”
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Thermal stability and thermal fatigue resistance improvement of new high toughness 5% Cr hot working die steel by Yingnan Di, Dangshen Ma, Hongxiao Chi, Jinbo Gu, Bo Fu, Jian Zhou

“…The concrete study involves: conducting on the evolution of microstructures and mechanical properties of two steels during the 60-h holding process at 600 °C, as well as the thermal fatigue behavior under the cyclic heating-water quenching conditions. …”
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