Microscopic Stress Sensitivity Analysis with In Situ SEM Study and Digital Core Deformation Simulation by Weibo Sui, Yanan Hou, Zhilin Cheng

“…First, the in situ SEM study was implemented, and the microstructure deformations of rock samples during uniaxial loading were observed and recorded. …”
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Strength Characteristics Prediction of the Metal Obtained by Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing by Evgeny Tongov, Vladimir Petkov, Vanya Dyakova, Tatiana Simeonova, Manahil Tongov

“…Three key findings were established: (1) Thermal simulations and metallographic observations indicate that after the deposition of the first 5–6 layers, the microstructure becomes relatively similar; (2) significant microstructural variation occurs only in the final layer; and (3) six new regression equations were developed to predict the mechanical properties of the deposited metal based on WAAM process parameters.…”
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Preparation and carbon emission analysis of high-performance pavement concrete using waste gypsums by Hui Wang, Fengxia Xu, Zhen Liu, Shunjie Zhong, Enkuo Xing, Yongbin Ye, Yongbin Ye, Yan Zhao, Chenjiang Li

“…Additionally, the hydration kinetics and microstructure of SSC are analyzed through isothermal calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, and scanning electron microscopy. …”
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Deformation mechanism of soft rock based on mineral crystal models by Bo Wang, Qihua Zhao, Guangchuan Liang, Bing Lan, Lu Lu

“…Abstract To investigate the influence of microstructural heterogeneity on rock deformation and failure mechanisms, this study first analyzes the mineral composition of mudstone and obtains its mechanical parameters through laboratory testing. …”
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Assessment of industrial waste lignocellulosic fibers as a sustainable additive for improving engineering waste mud by Pan Ding, Menghuan Chen, Minjie Wen, Yiming Zhang, Lixing Wang

“…The environmental properties were assessed through pH tests, and microstructure changes were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Air carbon arc gouging and submerged-arc welding: Insights into sensitization and mechanical behavior of AISI 2205 duplex stainless steel by Arthur de Bribean Guerra, Tales Ferreira, Claudemiro Bolfarini, Guilherme Yuuki Koga

“…Additionally, the influence of two weld joint geometries (“X” and “V”) on microstructure, sensitization, and mechanical performance was analyzed. …”
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A new approach for processing defect-free hot-work tool steels: Quasi-isothermal laser powder bed fusion by Ulf Ziesing, Leon Engelhardt, Santiago Benito, Martin Reuber, Tobias Schwanekamp, Sebastian Weber, Jonathan Lentz

“…Dilatometry and a novel computational approach combining thermodynamic and empirical calculations were employed to analyze microstructure formation and retained austenite stability. …”
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Effect of segregations on mechanical properties and crack propagation in spring steel by B. Žužek, M. Sedlacek, B. Podgornik

“…After the mechanical tests the fracture surfaces of samples were analyzed using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and the influence of microstructure properties on the crack propagation and crack propagation resistance was studied. …”
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Influence of Thermal Processing on In Vitro Starch Digestibility in Cereal-Based Infant Foods by Marianela D. Rodríguez, Nicolás F. Bongianino, Alberto E. León, Mariela C. Bustos

“…Untreated whole grain samples from each cereal served as controls. Samples were analyzed for microstructure, thermal properties, viscosity, and starch digestibility. …”
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Enhanced Coercivity and Tb Distribution Optimization of Sintered Nd-Fe-B Magnets by TbF₃ Grain Boundary Diffusion Facilitated by Ga by Ling Wang, Wenjiao Li, Xiaopeng Wang, Zejun Deng, Shujuan Gao

“…The effects of varying deposition sequences of Tb and Ga on the magnetic properties and microstructure of the magnets were analyzed. The findings demonstrate that TbF₃ grain boundary diffusion facilitated by Ga effectively increases the efficiency of Tb substitution, leading to enhanced coercivity. …”
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Diffusion imaging changes in the treated tract following focused ultrasound thalamotomy for tremor by Erin L. Mazerolle, Robyn Warwaruk-Rogers, Paul Romo, Tejas Sankar, Sarah Scott, Conrad P. Rockel, Samuel Pichardo, Davide Martino, Zelma H.T. Kiss, G. Bruce Pike

“…We describe diffusion tensor imaging metrics of brain microstructure changes following magnetic resonance guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) ablation of the ventral intermediate nucleus of the thalamus for the treatment of tremor in order to explore the mechanisms of tremor reduction post-MRgFUS. …”
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Nanomodification analysis of pore structure in GO-enhanced CWRB based on metal intrusion and BSE imaging with deep learning by Jiajian Yu, Yi Gong, Yuan Gao, Hao Sui, Xiaoli Xu, Yanming Liu

“…This work proposes an innovative approach based on metal intrusion technology, backscattered electron (BSE) images, and deep learning to analyze the micro/nanoscale GO-modified characteristics of the microstructure of CWRB. …”
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The effect of artificial aging after multi-directional forging of supersaturated AA2024 by Mohadeseh Rashidi, Mohammad Abdian, Mohsen Kazeminezhad

“…To investigate the microstructure and precipitate conditions, Optical Microscopy (OM) and Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM) were used to analyze the cross-sectional surfaces of the samples. …”
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Effect of segregations on mechanical properties and crack propagation in spring steel by B. Žužek, M. Sedlaček, B. Podgornik

“…After the mechanical tests the fracture surfaces of samples were analyzed using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and the influence of microstructure properties on the crack propagation and crack propagation resistance was studied. …”
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The Anatomical Basis of Nonuniform Settlement of the C2 Lateral Mass and Its Association With Atlantoaxial Osteoarthritis by Chao Tang, Chen Hui Cai, Ying Zhang, Ye Hui Liao, Xian Ming Huang, Xu Zhao, De Jun Zhong, Tong Wei Chu

“…Twelve formalin‐embalmed axis specimens were scanned using micro‐computed tomography (Micro‐CT), and the trabecular microstructure of lateral masses was analyzed. 522 patients who underwent a head and neck or cervical spine CT scan were reviewed. …”
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Cognitive Implications of White Matter Alterations in Overweight Chinese Individuals: An NODDI and DTI Study by Shaofan Jiang, Yingzhe Cheng, Rifeng Jiang, Peilin Huang, Jiejun Zhang, Xiaodong Pan, Yunjing Xue

“…ABSTRACT Objective: Scarce studies have elucidated the relationship between the microstructure changes of white matter (WM) and cognitive domains in overweight (OW). …”
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Study on Thermal Deformation Behavior and Thermal Processing Map of a New Al-Li Alloy by Daoqi Chen, Xinyang Han, Yinggan Zhang, Yan Liu, Junfeng Chen

“…The effects of deformation parameters on the alloy’s microstructural evolution were examined using electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). …”
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Plasma‐Enhanced Magnetron Sputtering: A Novel Approach for Biofunctional Metal Nanoparticle Coatings on Reverse Osmosis Composite Membranes by Nicole Michler, Ulrike M. Hirsch, Carolin Steinert, Gregor Fritzsche, Christian E. H. Schmelzer

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Alterations in White Matter Structure in Sleep-Related Epilepsies: A TBSS-Based Diffusion Tensor Imaging Study by Wang Z, Liu W, Feng X, Wang Q, Ning X, Xing W

“…The DTI indicators, including Fractional Anisotropy (FA), Mean Diffusivity (MD), Axial Diffusivity (AD) and Radial Diffusivity (RD), were compared between the two groups using Tract-Based Spatial Statistics (TBSS) to analyze alterations in WM microstructure. Altered WM was correlated with the age of onset and disease duration of SRE.Results: Compared to the HC, FA decreased in the genu of the corpus callosum (GCC) and the left anterior corona radiata (ACR_L) in SRE. …”
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Improved Mechanical Performances of Hastelloy C276 Composite Coatings Reinforced with SiC by Laser Cladding by Yuqing Tang, Zheng Lu, Xuan Zhang, Xihuai Wang, Shengbin Zhao, Mingdi Wang

“…The phase compositions, elemental distribution, microstructural characteristics, hardness, wear resistance and corrosion resistance of the composite coatings were analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), Vickers hardness testing, friction-wear testing and electrochemical methods. …”
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