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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Effects of Zr Alloying on Microstructure Evolution and Mechanical Properties of CoCrNi Medium Entropy Alloy by Ao Li, Zurong Gong, Dong Li, Xiaohong Wang, Yunting Su, Tengfei Ma, Bin Liu, Baochen Zhang

“…Among the (CoCrNi)_100−xZr_x MEAs series, the CoCrNiZr₃ MEA shows an excellent balance between strength and ductility, achieving a compressive yield strength of 610 MPa and a hardness of 249 HV, respectively, while maintaining a good ductility beyond 45%. Microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscope and transmission electron microscope suggests that this outstanding strength-ductility balance of CoCrNiZr₃ MEA arises from the synergistic effect of precipitation strengthening and solid solution strengthening. …”
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Dynamic recrystallization and microstructural evolution in 40CrNi2MoV steel during forging by Wei Zhu, Xiaohe Wang, Luoxing Li, Peng Cheng, Chenxi Shao, Decheng Wang, Feng Feng, Peng Zhou

“…Finite element analysis predicted microstructural evolution of samples, validated by processing maps, and electron backscatter diffraction. …”
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Evolution of Microstructure, Phase Composition, and Mechanical Properties During Thermomechanical Treatment of Co-Cr-Mo Alloy by Tatiana Kin, Yury Gamin, Sergei Galkin, Abdullah Mahmoud Alhaj Ali, Anna Khakimova, Alexander Skugorev

“…Combined thermomechanical treatment, including the RSR process, made it possible to achieve a unique formation of microstructure and phase composition in the Co-Cr-Mo alloy, ensuring high strength while maintaining ductility.…”
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Effect of titanium in-situ alloying on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the RHEAs MoNbTaW system by Bernardo. L. Ribeiro, Peter Grün, Filofteia-Laura Toma, Leonid Gerdt, Joerg Kaspar, Maria Barbosa, Rúben F. Santos, Elsa W. Sequeiros

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Identification of Fe-bearing phases in the as-cast microstructure of AA6026 alloy and their evolution during homogenization treatment by Radetić T., Popović M., Novaković M., Rajić V., Romhanji E.

“…The Fe-bearing intermetallic phases present in the as-cast AA6026 alloy and their evolution during homogenization treatments at 480-550°C were investigated using optical microscopy, SEM, and TEM techniques in combination with EDS analysis. In addition to the α-Al(Fe,Mn)Si phase with dendritic morphology, two types of plate-like Fe-bearing microconstituents were revealed in the microstructure of the as-cast alloy. …”
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Rheology, permeability and microstructure of seawater-based slurry for slurry shield tunneling: insights from laboratory tests by Junqi Ru, Yingran Fang, Yingran Fang, Yidong Guo, Yidong Guo, Luqing Jiang, Hongzhi Liu, Xinggao Li, Xinggao Li, Weiqiang Qi

“…Additionally, a comprehensive analysis was performed to evaluate the physical properties of the four bentonite slurries, including rheological tests, penetration tests, and microstructure observations. …”
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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

“…When B&SFs are synergized, their positive effects are amplified, yielding concrete with exceptional resistance to alkaline environments. Microstructural analysis reveals that incorporating fibers refines and strengthens the interconnected matrix of cementitious products, thereby enhancing cohesion and overall strength. …”
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Effect of TiC addition on microstructure and properties of CX stainless steel prepared by selective laser melting by WANG Shanchen, ZHU Weiqian, LI Xiaofeng, WANG Jianhong

“…The effect of TiC addition (0, 2%, 4%, and 6%, mass fraction) on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the CX stainless steels fabricated by selective laser melting (SLM) was investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and electron back-scattered diffraction (EBSD) in this paper. …”
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Single Longitudinal Mode Optofluidic Microring Laser Based on a Hollow-Core Microstructured Optical Fiber by Jie Yu, Yange Liu, Mingming Luo, Zhi Wang, Guang Yang, Hongwei Zhang, Xiaohui Zhang

“…A single longitudinal mode microring dye laser based on a simplified hollow-core microstructured optical fiber (SHMOF) is proposed and demonstrated. …”
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Impact of friction stir welding on the mechanical and microstructural properties of austempered ductile iron and mild steel joints by M.S. Hussein, Ebtesam E. Ateia, A. Nofal, M.A. Morsy

“…These parameters have resulted a well-formed stir zone (SZ) and thermo-mechanical affected zone (TMAZ) without grooves or cracks. The microstructure of the weld regions exhibited deformation of graphite nodules into strips and mainly martensitic structure at SZ, but no carbide phases or cracks were observed in the SZ. …”
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Influence of layer thickness and heat treatment on microstructure and properties of selective laser melted maraging stainless steel by Liangliang Zhang, Minjie Wang, Hongxia Li, Qian Li, Jianye Liu

“…As one of the main parameters of selective laser melting (SLM) process, layer thickness has a significant impact on the forming performance and efficiency of printed parts. Based on microstructure analysis and properties testing, the metallurgical mechanism, phase composition and mechanical behavior of SLM-formed Corrax stainless steel with different layer thicknesses were discussed. …”
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Effects of wire diameter on mechanical and microstructural properties of Inconel 625 fabricated by wire arc additive manufacturing by Fakada Dabalo Gurmesa, Hirpa G. Lemu, Wakshum Mekkonen Tucho, Adugna Deressa Akessa

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Effects of Microbial Transglutaminase on Technological, Rheological, and Microstructural Indicators of Minced Meat with the Addition of Plant Raw Materials by Oksana Zinina, Svetlana Merenkova, Damir Galimov, Eleonora Okuskhanova, Maksim Rebezov, Mars Khayrullin, Olga Anichkina

“…Transglutaminase treatment contributed to the formation of optimal technological properties of combined minces. Microstructural analysis showed the intermolecular bonds between protein particles in combined minced samples with the addition of enzymes. …”
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Impact of modified aggregate gradation on the workability, mechanical, microstructural and radiation shielding properties of recycled aggregate concrete by Mohy S. Fattouh, Mohamed A. Abouelnour, Alaa A. Mahmoud, Islam N. Fathy, A. F. El Sayed, Sameh A. Elhameed, Islam M. Nabil

“…Results demonstrate that, despite reduced workability, the modified mixes exhibited enhanced compressive and flexural strengths. Microstructural analysis revealed denser, more interconnected cement paste matrices and refined interfacial transition zones (ITZ) in the modified mixes. …”
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Unraveling the microstructural evolution of cement paste in different zones after CO2 curing and subsequent hydration by Congcong Ma, Lingling Yang, Xuedan Luo, Jingbo Wang, Wei Guo, Bei Li, Linwen Yu, Changhui Yang

“…This study examines how CO2 curing and subsequent hydration affect the microstructural evolution of cement paste in different zones. …”
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Effect of Nb Content on Strength and Toughness of 25MnB Crawler Steel and Its Microstructural Characterization by Zixun He, Jianjing Wang, Houxin Wang, Yajie Cui, Zhengbing Meng, Jiangbo Deng, Meiqiao Wu, Chaoyang Zhou, Xinbin Liu

“…The room-temperature impact energy showed a slight improvement, while the low-temperature impact absorption energy improved notably, reaching 36 J at −40 °C. The microstructural characterization and analysis revealed that increasing the Nb content refined the effective grain size of prior austenite and martensite. …”
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Study on the Microstructure of Vanadium-Modified Tungsten High-Speed Steel-Coded SAE-AISI T1 Steel by Hossam Halfa, Asiful H. Seikh, Hany S. Abdo, Ibrahim A. Alnaser, Mahmoud S. Soliman, Sameh M. Ragab

“…Therefore, to fulfill the goals of this work, Thermo-Calc software was utilized to get the following: (i) thermodynamic equilibrium information, (ii) the expected microstructure, (iii) the constituent volume fraction, and (iv) carbide chemical composition. …”
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Phosphate Tailings and Clay-Based Ceramic Membranes: Tailoring Microstructure and Filtration Properties via Alkali Activation by Amine El Azizi, Hanane El Harouachi, Dounia Ahoudi, Soundouss Maliki, Mohammed Mansori, Mohamed Loutou

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Effect of Y alloying on microstructure and mechanical properties of as-annealed Ti6Al4V alloys by Li-na Jiao, Lu Mao, Bao-hua Duan, Qi-sheng Feng, Guang-yao Chen, Chong-he Li

“…The phase components, compositions, and microstructures of as-annealed samples were examined using X-ray diffraction analysis, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy, respectively. …”
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