Understanding the gas phase formation of silicon carbide during reactive melt infiltration of carbon substrates by Manikanda Priya Prakasan, Tobias Schneider, Dietmar Koch

“…Microstructural differences between gas and liquid reaction-formed SiC leads to the proposed four-step reaction pathway, explaining the formation of green SiC. …”
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High entropy modulated quantum paraelectric perovskite for capacitive energy storage by Yongbo Fan, Wanbo Qu, Haifa Qiu, Shuaibing Gao, Lu Li, Zezhou Lin, Yuxuan Yang, Junyi Yu, Lin Wang, Saiwei Luan, Hao Li, Lin Lei, Yang Zhang, Huiqing Fan, Haijun Wu, Shuhui Yu, Haitao Huang

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Characterization of Functionally Graded Bronze Matrix Ceramic Reinforced Composite Materials by Aimen Mohamed Abushraıda, Serkan Islak

“…Investigations were carriedout to assess the mechanical properties and microstructures of specimens. Forthis purpose, optical microscope, scanning electron microscope (SEM-EDS), andX-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis were applied for microstructure investigations.Sample hardness testing was carried out with the help of Vickers hardnesstesting device. …”
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Osteoporotic Characteristics Persist in the Spine of Ovariectomized Sheep after Withdrawal of Corticosteroid Administration by Mohammad-Reza Zarrinkalam, Christopher G. Schultz, Ian H. Parkinson, Robert J. Moore

“…Three months later, all animals were euthanised, and the LS was collected for histomorphometric analysis. Results. BMD in the LS of osteoporotic sheep was 25% lower than control sheep. …”
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Investigating How Cu Addition Affects the Gas Sensing, Electrical, Optical and Structural Properties of ZnO Nanoparticles by Fatemeh Moosavi, Giovanni Neri

“…In this study, we report the morphological and microstructural characteristics (phase, crystallinity, morphology, surface functional groups) as well as the optical, electrical and gas sensing properties of pristine ZnO and Cu-doped ZnO nanoparticles prepared by a simple sol-gel method. …”
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Integrating machine learning with advanced processing and characterization for polycrystalline materials: a methodology review and application to iron-based superconductors by Akiyasu Yamamoto, Akinori Yamanaka, Kazumasa Iida, Yusuke Shimada, Satoshi Hata

“…Specifically, we discuss a mechanochemical process involving high-energy milling, in situ observation of microstructural formation using 3D scanning transmission electron microscopy, phase-field modeling coupled with Bayesian data assimilation, nano-orientation analysis via scanning precession electron diffraction, semantic segmentation using neural network models, and the Bayesian-optimization-based process design using BOXVIA software. …”
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Microwave hybrid process-based fabrication of super duplex stainless steel joints using nickel and stainless steel filler materials by Singh Parminder, Prajapati Deoraj, Sehgal Shankar

“…Furthermore, the microstructural analysis performed using scanning electron microscopy showed a robust metallurgical bonding among the two interface surfaces, leading to the formation of good quality joints with no interfacial cracking.…”
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Interaction mechanisms between C15 Laves phase clusters and 〈1 1 1〉 dislocation loops in BCC-Fe: An atomistic perspective by Amin Esfandiarpour

“…These findings provide new atomistic insights into the role of C15 clusters in microstructural evolution under irradiation and offer valuable input parameters for higher-scale modeling techniques such as object kinetic Monte Carlo (OKMC).…”
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Optical and Morphology Mechanism of CeO2 Thin Films Prepared by Ultrasonic Spray Pyrolysis Method by Sema Kurtaran, Murat Kellegöz

“…We employed various characterisation techniques to assess how molarity influences these thin films' microstructural, optical, morphological, and surface properties. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF ALUMINIUM METAL MATRIX COMPOSITE FOR PRODUCTION OF CENTRIFUGAL PUMP IMPELLER by Akindapo Jacob Olaitan, Garba Shehu, Daniel Ufuoma Orueri

“…The results revealed outstanding mechanical properties in optimal samples: Yield Strength (YS) of 122MPa, Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS) of 138MPa, Flexural Strength (FS) of 171MPa, Hardness of 55.4HRA, and Density of 0.2482g/cm3. Microstructural analysis showed a homogeneous dispersion of reinforcements with occasional clusters. …”
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Substantiation, directions and results of using whey processed products in ice cream production by P. B. Sitnikova, N. V. Kazakova

“…The influence of these products on the technological, structural-mechanical, microstructural and organoleptic characteristics of ice cream and on its biological value is considered. …”
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Enhancing Aluminum Alloy Properties Through Low Pressure Forging: A Comprehensive Study on Heat Treatments by Silvia Cecchel, Giovanna Cornacchia

“…The specimens underwent T6 heat treatment (solubilization treatment followed by artificial aging), with varying aging times and temperatures. Microstructural analysis and tensile tests were conducted to determine the optimal conditions for achieving superior mechanical strength, contributing to the design of lightweight, high-performance components for advanced automotive applications. …”
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Preparation of high-flowability ultra-early-strength grouting material and investigation of its mechanical properties in reinforcing fractured sandstone. by Yijiang Zong, Dong Zhu, Liang Yue, Xiangling Tao, Min Chen

“…The reinforced specimens exhibited an average 67.42% increment in tensile strength, 123.17% increment in the uniaxial compressive strength, and 94.00% increment in elastic modulus compared to intact specimens. Microstructural analysis revealed that the grouting material was uniformly distributed within the sandstone matrix, forming a dense interfacial bond and generating a substantial amount of fibrous network-like hydration products. …”
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Effect of Thermo-catalytic Process on the Viscosity, Composition of a Colombian Heavy Crude Oil and the Corrosion on Api N-80 Steel by Julian Sanabria, Dario Pena-Ballesteros, Daniel Molina, Michell Jiménez, Manuel Cabarcas, Adan Leon-Bermudez

“…Finally, the optimal temperature and catalyst conditions were selected, and the corrosive effect on API N-80 steel and the microstructural changes in the material were analyzed using SEM-EDS. …”
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Effect of Alkali Activator on the Standard Consistency and Setting Times of Fly Ash and GGBS-Based Sustainable Geopolymer Pastes by M. Dineshkumar, C. Umarani

“…For both 2.5 M and 5 M blended geopolymer mixes, a decrease in the percentage of GGBS and an increase in the percentage of FA increased the setting time. Microstructural studies such as X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) analyses were carried out, and the results are presented. …”
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Mechanism of Influence of Soluble Fluorine on Mechanical Properties of α-Hemihydrous Gypsum by Lusong WANG, Xianbo LI, Weifan DU, Wenxin GAO

“…The results show that soluble fluorine can shorten the setting time and decrease the mechanical strength of α-hemihydrate gypsum. The microstructure analysis of hardened body shows that soluble fluorine can coarsen the particles of gypsum dihydrate, increase the internal pores, and reduce the mechanical strength. …”
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The influence of lanthanum content in the Fe₂O₃-Li₂O-La(OH)₃ system on phase formation and properties of composite material by Yu. S. Elkina, V. A. Vlasov, E. N. Lysenko, A. P. Surzhikov

“…Following the addition of lanthanum occurred at the initial stage of mixing the Fe2O3/Li2CO3/La(OH)3 components in a certain weight ratio, the obtained samples were sent for preliminary synthesis at a temperature of 900°C for 240 min in an air atmosphere and sintering in a dilatometer at a temperature of 1100°C for 120 min. The microstructure and properties of the sintered composite samples were studied using X-ray phase analysis (XRD), thermogravimetry (TG), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and scanning electron microscopy.Results. …”
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Intergranular Corrosion of Low Cr Ferritic Stainless Steel 429 Evaluated by the Optimized Double Loop Electrochemical Potentiokinetic Reactivation Test by Xiao-lei Li, Yi-fan Ni, Yi-ming Jiang, Jin Li, Li Li

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Study of the Mechanical Properties of a Nanostructured Surface Layer on 316L Stainless Steel by F. C. Lang, Y. M. Xing, J. Zhu, Y. R. Zhao

“…The grains of the surface layer were refined to nanoscale after SNC treatment. Moreover, the microstructure and mechanical properties of NSSL were analyzed with a transmission electron microscope (TEM) and scanning electron microscope (SEM), through nanoindentation, and through reverse analysis of finite element method (FEM). …”
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The activation of multiple slip systems in polycrystalline zirconium by using automated lattice rotation framework by Huigang Shi, Jianye Chen, Junqiang Lu, Libing Zhu, Lefu Zhang, Jiuxiao Li, Weijie Lu, Xianglong Guo

“…This method can be applied as a complementary method to the intragranular misorientation axis (IGMA) method and can act as bridges between macro-mechanical response and microstructural deformation mechanisms.…”
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