Effects of pH on the Composition and Physical Stability of Peanut Oil Bodies from Aqueous Enzymatic Extraction by Yuhang Gao, Longzheng Zhou, Fei Yao, Fusheng Chen

“…With increasing pH, the average particle size and zeta-potential of the oil bodies increased, indicating aggregation, as confirmed by microstructure analysis. At pH 11, exogenous proteins at the oil body interface were eluted, leaving endogenous proteins, which led to a decreased interfacial protein content and oil body aggregation. …”
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Optimization of Chitosan-PEG/ZnO Hydrogel Formulation with Pomegranate Peel Extract as an Alternative for Wound Healing by Niamul Faza Assauqi, Retno Ariadi Lusiana, Nanang Masruchin

“…Characterization of the hydrogels included analysis of size, morphology, elemental composition, microstructure, swelling behavior, antibacterial activity, and wound healing effectiveness. …”
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Polysaccharide Hydrogels with Waste Wool Fibre as Matrix for Potential Use as CRF Fertiliser by Ewa Szczepanik, Edyta Molik, Kinga Pielichowska

“…The microstructure and the effect of fibres on the uniformity of the hydrogel were assessed using SEM and optical microscopy. …”
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Preparation, Physicochemical Properties, Biological Activity of a Multifunctional Composite Film Based on Zein/Citric Acid Loaded with Grape Seed Extract and Its Application in Sol... by Ning Wang, Jiaxin Wei, Cuntang Wang, Jian Ren

“…Mechanical parameters exhibited inverse proportionality to GSEE concentration, with tensile strength and elongation at break decreasing by 28.13% and 59.43%, respectively. SEM microstructural analysis revealed concentration-dependent increases in surface asperity and cross-sectional phase heterogeneity. …”
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Axial compressive performance of low-carbon high-strength recycled aggregate concrete by Jian Li, Tan Wang, Jian Hong, Sumei Liu, Chao Zheng, Yin Chi

“…These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanical performance and microstructural characteristics of LCHRAC, contributing to its potential application in sustainable construction practices.…”
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Effect of Straw Characterization on the Mechanical Behavior of Compacted Straw-Reinforced Soils by Baohua Liu, Zhijian Zhang, Xiaoqiao Huang, Junqi Zhang, Yu Cai, Xiaohu Liu, Feng Tang

“…Triaxial tests were then performed under varying confining pressures and compaction conditions to assess the strength and modulus characteristics of the different reinforced soil specimens, and the microstructural characteristics of fiber-reinforced soil were investigated using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. …”
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Surface Cladding of Mild Steel Coated with Ni Containing TiO₂ Nanoparticles Using a High-Temperature Arc from TIG Welding by Kavian O. Cooke, Ayesha Mirza, Junlin Chen, Alaa Al Hausone

“…Similarly, the treated surface exhibits a twofold improvement in wear resistance (9.0 × 10² µm³/s), making it substantially more durable in abrasive environments than the untreated surface. Microstructural and EDS analysis reveal a significant reduction in grain size and the presence of high concentrations of Ni and TiO₂ within the treated region, providing clear evidence for the activation of several strengthening mechanisms.…”
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Utilizing fly ash from municipal solid waste and polypropylene fiber to improve the flexural properties of compacted cement sand by Chalermpon Wungsumpow, Sakol Pochalard, Keeratikan Piriyakul

“…The flexural performance was evaluated based on ASTM C1018 and ASTM C-09 standards, and microstructural characteristics were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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The impact of surface cracks and surface roughness in the performance of hard chromium coatings in cold rolling applications by Zahra Ranjbar-Nouri, David Matthews, Henk Bolt, Matthijn de Rooij

“…Optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), confocal microscopy, and atomic force microscopy (AFM) are employed to analyze the microstructural and topological characteristics of chrome-plated surfaces. …”
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Formability and microscopic behavior of 2219-T6 aluminum alloy under electromagnetic forming with cryogenic temperatures by Feng Lyu, Haiping Yu, Xiao Cheng

“…It is suggested that cryogenic EMF is suitable for improving the formability of components with fracture-prone regions subjected to uniaxial tensile stress. Microstructural analysis shows that the reduced ductility under electromagnetic bulging at −160 °C is attributed to the pronounced suppression of dynamic recovery, which restricts dislocation mobility and promotes the formation of ultrafine grains (UFGs). …”
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Wear Behaviour of Graphene-Reinforced Ti-Cu Waste-Metal Friction Composites Fabricated with Spark Plasma Sintering by Mária Podobová, Viktor Puchý, Richard Sedlák, Dávid Medveď, Róbert Džunda, František Kromka

“…We investigated the composite materials designed by us in order to clarify their microstructural state and mechanical properties. Using different loading conditions, we determined the Coefficient of Friction (COF) using a ball-on-disc tribological test. …”
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Investigation of mechanical and metallurgical properties of commercially pure titanium grade 2 tube-to-tubesheet joints by Ahmad Al Tamimi, Dinu Thomas Thekkuden, Abdel-Hamid Ismail Mourad, Mohammad Alkhedher

“…The findings showed that α′-phase was dominant in the weld zone and the heat affected zone with no noticeable signs for β-phase remnants in the mentioned zones. In addition, microstructural analysis on the expanded joints showed a direct relationship between the expansion percentage and the reduction of grains size near the roller expander in the expanded zone, while grains in transition and unexpanded zones experienced an insignificant impact due to expansion at both tube’s surfaces. …”
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Preparation and Physicochemical Properties of High-Temperature-Resistant Polymer Gel Resin Composite Plugging Material by Tao Wang, Weian Huang, Jinzhi Zhu, Chengli Li, Guochuan Qin, Haiying Lu

“…The optimal formula (25% urea-formaldehyde resin, 10% latent curing agent, 10% high-fluid-loss filler, 0.5% rheological modifier) exhibited superior thermal stability (initial decomposition temperature 241 °C) and mechanical integrity (bearing pressure 13.95 MPa in 7 mm wedge-shaped fractures at 140 °C). Microstructural characterization confirmed interlocking crystalline layers through ether-bond crosslinking, providing critical insights for high-temperature wellbore stabilization.…”
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Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Nano-TiC-Reinforced 18Ni300 Maraging Steel Fabricated by Selective Laser Melting by Francisco F. Leite, Indrani Coondoo, João S. Vieira, José M. Oliveira, Georgina Miranda

“…Design of Experiments (DoE) was used to generate twenty-five experimental groups, in which laser power, scanning speed, and hatch distance were varied across five levels, with the aim of generating conclusions on optimal fabrication conditions. A comprehensive analysis was performed, starting with the nanocomposite feedstock and then involving the microstructural, mechanical, and thermal characterisation of SLM-fabricated nanocomposites. …”
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Developing an activated biochar-mineral supplement for reducing methane formation in anaerobic fermentation by Sara Tahery, Mariano C. Parra, Paul Munroe, David R. G. Mitchell, Sarah J. Meale, Stephen Joseph

“…A high surface area, a high concentration of oxygen-containing functional groups, and a high concentration of free radicals, associated with O and Fe unpaired electrons, assisted the supplement with catalysing the oxidation of methane. Microstructural analysis of the supplement suggested the formation of organo-mineral phases, rich in C, O, Fe, Si, Al, K and Ca, indicating that the biochar reacted with mineral additives to preserve them. …”
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Harvesting Reactor Pressure Vessel Beltline Material from the Decommissioned Zion Nuclear Power Plant Unit 1 by Thomas M. Rosseel, Mikhail A. Sokolov, Xiang (Frank) Chen, Randy K. Nanstad

“…A chemical composition analysis confirmed the expected variations in alloying elements, with copper levels being notably higher in the weld metal. …”
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Behavioral Monitoring in Transient Ischemic Attack and Stroke Patients: Exploratory Micro- and Macrostructural Imaging Insights for Identifying Post-Stroke Depression with Accelero... by Stephanie J. Zawada, Ali Ganjizadeh, Bart M. Demaerschalk, Bradley J. Erickson

“…To examine the association between post-stroke depression (PSD) and macrostructural and microstructural brain measures, and to explore whether changes in accelerometer-measured physical activity (PA) are associated with PSD, we conducted an exploratory study in UK Biobank with dementia-free participants diagnosed with at least one prior stroke. …”
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Performance of Concrete Incorporating Waste Glass Cullet and Snail Shell Powder: Workability and Strength Characteristics by Udeme Udo Imoh, Akindele Christopher Apata, Majid Movahedi Rad

“…Microstructural analyses (SEM/EDX) confirmed enhanced matrix densification and pozzolanic activity. …”
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Effects of three different types of fibers and dosage on the properties of alkali-activated copper slag–slag cementitious materials by Qinghu Xu, Shuchang Liu, Junjie Qian, Rongsheng Xu, Wei Ma

“…When the dosage of GF, PPF and SF reaches 0.6%, 0.8% and 1.0% respectively, the flexural strength of the specimen at 28d is increased by 7.9%, 19.86% and 61.66% compared with that of the blank control group, respectively. Through microstructural analysis, it was found that the fibers formed a mesh structure in the material, which effectively inhibited the development of cracks and improved the toughness of the material. …”
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Evaluating the strength, durability and porosity characteristics of alluvial clay stabilized with marble dust as a sustainable binder by Mohamad Hanafi, Israf Javed, Abdullah Ekinci

“…The study tested three Portland cement contents (7, 10, and 13 %), two dry density (1.6 and 1.8 g/cm3), and two marble dust contents (0, 10 and 20 %) across three curing ages (7, 28, and 60 days). Microstructural analysis was performed using SEM. Results indicated a slight decrease in 7-day strength (up to 8.3 %) with 10 % marble dust replacement due to minimal pozzolanic activity, while 28-day strength loss was less significant. …”
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