Interactive influence of basalt fibres and pozzolanic additives on the mechanical and microstructural properties of self-compacting concrete by Olive Sharon R P, SenthilPandian M

“…To enhance the properties of the selected SCC mix further, the BFs are incorporated at varying percentages (0.1–0.3 %) by volume of concrete and examined. The microstructural properties are analysed using Scanning Election Microscope (SEM) with Energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis and X-ray Diffraction (XRD) spectroscopy. …”
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Liprotide-encapsulated vitamin D3 modulates circulated PTH levels and improved bone microstructure by Claradhita Ayu Shauma, Faizah Fulyani, Adriyan Pramono, Endang Mahati, Sylvia Rahmi Putri, Reza Achmad Maulana, Gemala Anjani

“…Before and after 28 days of vitamin D intervention, blood samples were taken and analysed for serum PTH levels. The microstructure of the bone was analyzed using the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). …”
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Tracking microstructural adaptations in primary visual areas: A diffusion kurtosis imaging study on visuomotor learning by Fahad Alharshan, Abdulrahman Aloufi, Fiona Rowe, Georg Meyer

“…This study investigates the potential of Diffusion Kurtosis Imaging (DKI) to detect microstructural changes induced by visuomotor training and its added value over Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI).Fourteen healthy participants completed a six-week home-based eye movement training intervention. …”
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Evaluations of Microstructure in Ultra-Fine-Grained Matrix with Sintering-Assisted ECAP Process in Aluminum–Nickel Powders by Ahmet Güral, Ümit Demir

“…According to DSC analyses, the melting degrees of the alloys increase with the amount of Ni added. …”
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Optimizing Dual-Microstructure Parameters in Ball-End Milling Tools: Synergistic Effects and Parameter Combination Analysis by Qinghua Li, Qingyu Guan, Yi Ji, Wenyang Xu, Tiantian Xu

“…Then, finite element analyses are conducted on cutters with varying microstructure parameters on front and back cutting faces to determine reasonable parameter ranges. …”
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Effect of the Addition of Graphene Oxide (GO) to Reactive Powder Concretes (RPC): Physical, Mechanical, and Microstructural Evaluation by Alan Rodrigo Sorce, Rodrigo Mantovani Bernardes, Igor Rafael Buttignol de Oliveira, Giovanna Raizer da Silva, Ana Paula Margarido, Sylma Carvalho Maestrelli

“…Statistical analyses (ANOVA and Tukey's ad hoc test) confirmed the significance of the results. …”
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Microstructural Characteristics of Modified ODS Ni-Based Superalloys Fabricated using Laser-Powder Bed Fusion by Dong Wan Lee, Jin Woo Kim, Su Gwan Lee, Dhin Van Cong, Jin Chun Kim, Hwi Jun Kim, Joong Gyeong Lim, Tae Sik Yoon

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Effects of extreme deposition rate on the microstructure evolution of additive friction stir deposited AA6061 alloy by Lu Jiang, Ramesh Varma, Mahendra Ramajayam, Thomas Dorin, Matthew Robert Barnett, Daniel Fabijanic

“…In this work, we explored a deposition rate 4–29 times faster than typical for aluminium AFSD processing. The microstructure analyses of the deposited AA6061 alloys reveal a distinct grain structure and precipitation between the slow and fast depositions, attributed to the varied thermal and mechanical histories stemming from differences in tool velocity. …”
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Relationships among the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Fatigue Behavior in Thin Ti6Al4V by Y. Fan, W. Tian, Y. Guo, Z. Sun, J. Xu

“…Fractography was used to support the findings from microstructure and mechanical analyses. The strength ranking from high to low for the microstructures of thin Ti6Al4V sheets observed in this study is as follows: acicular α′ martensite, Widmanstätten, bimodal, and equiaxed microstructure. …”
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Mineralogical and microstructural changes in fused cast Ti-stabilized alumina-zirconia eutectic ceramics at elevated temperatures by Annalena Erlacher, Adrian Villalba Weinberg, Christian L. Lengauer, Andreas Börger

“…Ti-stabilized alumina-zirconia eutectic ceramics produced by fusion-casting are characterized to investigate microstructural mechanisms at elevated temperatures and to explain the self-sharpening effect. …”
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Microstructural Evolution of PBF-LB AlSi10Mg under Different Heat Treatment Conditions by N. Rojas-Arias, L.F.K. Unti, D.B. Valim, A.H.G. Gabriel, E.B. Fonseca, E.S.N. Lopes

“…Analyses revealed that the as-built (AB) microstructure exhibited a typical cellular-dendritic solidification structure. …”
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Microstructural analysis of accessory canals in the furcation area of the mandibular first molar using micro-computed tomography by Megumi Suzuki, Norio Kasahara, Satoru Matsunaga, Masashi Yamada, Shinichi Abe, Masahiro Furusawa

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Sustainable clay soil stabilization using constructions waste: Mechanical behavior, engineering parameters and microstructural analysis by Alireza Nezhadesmaeel Tavala, Abdollah Tabaroei

“…The process included Atterberg limits, compaction and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) tests, alongside advanced microstructural analyses (XRD, XRF, FTIR and SEM) to understand the underlying stabilization mechanisms. …”
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Influence of pulsed waveform parameters on the microstructure and electrochemical corrosion resistance of electrodeposited Ni–Sn alloy coatings by Atefeh Heidarian, Seyed Mohammad Mousavi Khoei

“…Abstract This study systematically compares the microstructural characteristics, surface morphology, and corrosion resistance of Ni-Sn alloy coatings electrodeposited using direct current (DC) and pulse current (PC) methods. …”
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Evolutions of interfacial microstructures in Cu/SiO2 hybrid joints during temperature cycling tests by Jia-Juen Ong, Dinh-Phuc Tran, Hua-Jing Huang, Wei-Lan Chiu, Shih-Chi Yang, Wen-Wei Wu, Hsiang-Hung Chiang, Chih Chen

“…It is intriguing that the measured electrical resistance of the Cu–Cu joints decreased as the cycle number increased. Interfacial microstructure analyses were carried out by plan-view and cross-sectional scanning transmission electron microscope (STEM) to analyze the evolution of microstructures at the bonding interfaces and correlate with the increase in the electrical conductivity. …”
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Enhancing Concrete Strength and Microstructure with Basalt and Steel Fibers in Acid and Base Environments Incorporating Desert Sand by Hussain M. Hamada, Farid Abed, Zaid A. Al-Sadoon, Arhum Hassan

“…The study encompasses density and compressive strength tests, complemented by microstructural analyses using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD), to analyze the performance of the concrete under diverse environmental conditions. …”
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Effect of Manipulation Methods and Storage Environments on the Microstructural, Chemical, and Mechanical Properties of Calcium-Enriched Mixture Cement by Leyla Roghanizadeh, Hassan Torabzadeh, Ardavan Parhizkar, Alireza Akbarzadeh Baghban, Saeed Asgary

“…This study aimed to evaluate the impact of different manipulation methods and storage environments on the microstructural, chemical, and mechanical properties of calcium-enriched mixture (CEM) cement. …”
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Ultrasound-Enhanced Friction Stir Welding of Aluminum Alloy 6082: Advancements in Mechanical Properties and Microstructural Refinement by Marat Rebrin, Andreas Gester, Dmitrii Ozherelkov, Christiane Wächtler, Toni Sprigode, Martin Mädlow, Guntram Wagner

“…This study examines the effects of ultrasound-enhanced friction stir welding (USE-FSW) on the mechanical properties and microstructural characteristics of aluminum alloy AA6082-T6, commonly used in automotive, aerospace, and construction industries. …”
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Effect of retrogression treatment on microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior in Al–Zn–Mg–Cu alloy by Hyo Jin Hwang, Chang-Gi Lee, Saif Haider Kayani, Hyoung-Wook Kim, Je In Lee, Se-Ho Kim, Yong Hee Jo

“…Tailoring the microstructure through heat treatment is crucial for improving both the mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of Al–Zn–Mg–Cu alloys. …”
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Investigation of mechanical properties and microstructural characteristics of rice husk ash-based geopolymer mortar as patch repair by Pinta Astuti, Muhammad Sakti Isnaini, Devi Sasmita, Adhitya Yoga Purnama, Asiya Nurhasanah Habirun, Anisa Zulkarnain, Angga Jordi Nouvaldi, Fanny Monika

“…This research involved formulating an optimal mix design through trial and error in a laboratory setting, followed by curing at 70 °C and testing at room temperature. XRF and SEM-EXD analyses were performed to determine the chemical composition and microstructure of the specimens. …”
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