Compression properties, processing maps, and microstructure evolution of rapidly solidified ZK60 alloy by Zhenshuai Li, Shuai Bao, Chao Yang, Yungui Chen

“…In addition, flow instability predominantly occurred at 250–340 °C and high strain rates (0.1–1 s ^−1 ). Microstructural evolution analysis revealed that the dynamically recrystallized grains were refined from 1.6 μm to 1.0 μm with increasing strain rate, corresponding to a reduction in texture intensity from 4.11 to 3.25. …”
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Evaluating a Novel Hydrocolloid Alternative for Yogurt Production: Rheological, Microstructural, and Sensory Properties by F. N. U. Akshit, Ting Mao, Shwetha Poojary, Venkata Chelikani, Maneesha S. Mohan

“…The novel gel yogurt exhibited superior rupture strength compared to yogurt with other hydrocolloids, such as gelatin and agar-agar, and similar brittleness to yogurt with gelatin. Microstructural analysis revealed an aggregated and compact protein network in the novel gel yogurt, analogous to the yogurt with gelatin. …”
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Correlation between nanomechanical properties and microstructural design concepts of bivalve muscle attachment sites by S. Hoerl, C. Micheletti, S. Amini, E. Griesshaber, K.-U. Hess, A.G. Checa, M. Peharda, W.W. Schmahl

“…While the function and structure of adductor muscles can vary, the shell-muscle attachment develops the myostracum, a unique microstructural design. Sectioned parallel and perpendicular to the inner shell surface, we investigated myostracal and non-myostracal microstructures, textures and nanomechanical properties for three bivalve species: The burrowing Glycymeris pilosa, the sessile Chama arcana and the swimming Placopecten magellanicus.Analyses were conducted using electron backscatter diffraction measurements, laser confocal and backscatter electron imaging, nanoindentation testing and thermogravimetric analysis. …”
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Investigation of thermoplastic deformation behavior and microstructural evolution of CLF-1 steel for fusion blankets by Xu Shen, Gang Yao, Xiao-Yong Zhu, Jia-Qin Liu, Lai-Ma Luo, Yu-Cheng Wu

“…By using a hot processing map, microstructural evolution analysis, and energy efficiency evaluation, the optimal stable deformation conditions for CLF-1 steel at a strain of 0.2 are identified. …”
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Microstructural Characterization of Martensitic Stainless Steel Blades Manufactured by Directed Energy Deposition (DED) by Caroline Cristine de Andrade Ferreira, Rafael Humberto Mota de Siqueira, Johan Grass Nuñez, Fábio Edson Mariani, Reginaldo Teixeira Coelho, Daolun Chen, Milton Sérgio Fernandes de Lima

“…The produced components were characterized in terms of microstructure, surface roughness, porosity, hardness, and residual stresses in both the as-processed condition and after heat treatment at 260 and 593 °C. …”
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Optimizing the bio-based additive content considering bitumen microstructure and HMA mechanical properties by Pouyan Nazarian, Hassan Divandari, Mohsen Amouzadeh Omrani, Hossein Ghasemnejad

“…To evaluate the quality of additive mixing in the bitumen microstructure, the Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy mapping (EDS) method was used. …”
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Effects of cold atmospheric plasma on oxidative stability, microstructure, and volatile profile of pork meat by Y.K. Oliinychenko, S. Saad, E. Zymvrakaki, I. Mourtzinos, B. Tiwari, A. Ch Stratakos

“…This study evaluated the effects of CAP on oxidative markers, antioxidant activity, fatty acid profile, volatile composition, surface morphology, muscle microstructural characteristics and texture parameters. …”
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Assessment of microstructural architecture and mechanical properties of levonorgestrel loaded PCL/PLGA/HA nanofibers by Peace-OfonAbasi O. Bassey, Bukola A. Oseni, Deborah A. Ogundemuren, Karamot O. Oyediran, Evans N. Ekeji, Dimitrios Tsamos, Alkiviadis Tsamis, Alexandros E. Tsouknidas, Bryan C. Okwuba, David A. Vorp, Samson A. Adeosun, Margaret O. Ilomuanya

“…This study investigates the microstructural characteristics, and mechanical properties of PCL/PLGA/HA loaded Levonorgestrel (LNG) nanofibers for contraception. …”
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Relationship between fruit growth and development and microstructural changes in six European plum varieties by YANG Fenfen, ZHANG Zhanhong, CAO Haiyang, WANG Yatong, GENG Wenjuan, FAN Guoquan, ZHANG Shikui

“…[Objective] Reveal the phenological period, appearance, and the microstructure changes in different European plum varieties during fruit growth in order to understand the pattern of growth and development of European plum fruits and provide reference for improving fruit quality. …”
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Mechanical properties and microstructure of ultra-retarded solidification mine tailings waste-based shotcrete by Huazhe Jiao, Qi Wang, Aixiang Wu, Xiaohui Liu, Tingyin He, Hui Wang, Xiaolin Yang, Junqiang Xu, Gongcheng Li, Mingyang Li, Hongdong Shen

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Weld morphology, microstructure and mechanical property of laser welded joint of Ti80 alloy by Fei Yan, Jingrui Liu, Gao Liu, Panpan Lin, Zhongmei Gao, Pan Zhang, Xiaoyang Lu, Peng Jiang

“…Weld morphology, microstructure and mechanical properties of laser welded joints were carefully investigated using optical microscope (OM), scanning electron microscope (SEM), electron back-scattered diffraction (EBSD) and other methodologies. …”
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Impacts of Thermal Activation on Physical Properties of Coal Gangue: Integration of Microstructural and Leaching Data by Wangtao Fan, Yuan Chen, Runxia Zhang, Xiaoguang Chen, Jin Li, Zhaolin Gu, Jianyun Wang

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Changes in textural parameters and microstructure of kombucha fresh cheese initiated by the addition of wild thyme by Jovana Degenek, Katarina Kanurić, Mirela Iličić, Vladimir Vukić, Dajana Vukić, Živan Mrkonjić, Branimir Pavlić, Zoran Zeković, Sunčica Kocić-Tanackov, Sandra Bulut

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of wild thyme in the form of ground supercritical fluid extract and dry extract on the physicochemical and textural properties as well as the microstructure of fresh kombucha cheese during a thirty-day storage period. …”
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Mechanism of mechanical strength degradation and microstructure evolution of anthracite induced by supercritical carbon dioxide by Yichao JIA, Dong YANG, Xudong HUANG, Dingwei SUN, Liguo HE

“…In order to reveal the effect of supercritical carbon dioxide on the mechanical strength and microstructure of anthracite in the process of CO2 injection into deep coal seams, takes anthracite as the research object, the degradation characteristics of coal by supercritical carbon dioxide under two constant temperatures (40 ℃ and 60 ℃) were investigated. …”
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Evaluation of the impact of Izmit Gulf bottom mud on the microstructure and technical properties of porcelain tiles by Nermin Demirkol, Neslihan Tamsü Selli

“…The samples sintered under industrial heating at 1220 °C were evaluated for firing shrinkage, density, green and fired flexural strength, and water absorption values and compared with standard porcelain tiles. Phase analysis was carried out using X-ray diffraction, and microstructural characteristics were examined using a scanning electron microscope. …”
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Neonatal inflammation and near-term white matter microstructure in infants born very preterm by Kathryn G. Anderson, Molly F. Lazarus, Lisa Bruckert, Rocio V. Poblaciones, Melissa Scala, Virginia A. Marchman, Heidi M. Feldman, Katherine E. Travis

“…Differences in white matter (WM) microstructure of the corpus callosum (CC) have been observed at age 6 in VPT children with a history of severe neonatal inflammation. …”
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Synergistic effect of nano-silica, steel slag, and waste glass on the microstructure, electrical resistivity, and strength of ultra-high-performance concrete by Mohammed Abbas J., Hassan Maan S., Al-Quraishi Hussein

“…This study examined the microstructure characteristics, electrical resistivity (ER), and mechanical properties of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) made with nano-silica (NS), electric arc furnace slag (EAFS), and waste glass powder (WGP). …”
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Properties and hydration products analysis of magnesium slag-based filling materials by Zunqing Liu, Jingwei Gong, Haojie Ji, Xiaoling Zhong, Jun Dong, Haiwei Xie

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Comparative analysis of physicochemical properties, ginsenosides content and α-amylase inhibitory effects in white ginseng and red ginseng by Huairui Wang, Yao Cheng, Xue Zhang, Yingping Wang, Hui Zhao

“…In the present study, color parameters and scanning electron microscope (SEM) were determined to evaluate the differences of ginseng color and microstructure induced by processing procedure. Quantitative analysis of multi-components by a single-marker (QAMS) method and anti-α-amylase activity test were used to assess variations of chemical ingredients and pharmacological activity between white and red ginseng. …”
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Microstructural, Mechanical and Fresh-State Performance of BOF Steel Slag in Alkali-Activated Binders: Experimental Characterization and Parametric Mix Design Method by Lucas B. R. Araújo, Daniel L. L. Targino, Lucas F. A. L. Babadopulos, Heloina N. Costa, Antonio E. B. Cabral, Juceline B. S. Bastos

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