Exploration and Process Optimization of Mixed Crystal Reasons in Steel SCR420H for Cold Forging Three-pins Shaft by Zhang　Xuecheng, Yao　Hailong, Li　Zhongping

“…The wire cutting and corrosion of the three-pins shaft part were carried out， and the microstructure observation results showed that there was severe mixed crystal phenomenon in the area with the highest cold deformation rate of the three-pins shaft head. …”
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DEM-CFM analysis of Lode angle influence on the undrained cyclic behavior of anisotropically consolidated soils by Mohammad Salimi, Nazanin Irani, Torsten Wichtmann

“…In tandem with macro-scale observations, the evolution of the microstructure within assemblies is analyzed using the coordination number, redundancy index, inter-particle contact fabric tensor, and particle orientation fabric tensor. …”
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Efficient preparation and characterization of Zn3N2 powder by LI Shengnan, KANG Zhen, XU Chengyu, LI Xiaoyue, DONG Yang, SUN Enqi, FAN Tianbo, ZHANG Fuqun, GUO Hongfan

“…The phase composition, microstructure, elemental distribution, and the sample surface chemical state of the products were analyzed by X-ray diffractometer, scanning electron microscope, X-ray energy dispersive spectrometer, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. …”
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A finite difference method for thermal behaviour and stress analysis during laser directed energy deposition considering airflow convection effects by Zhichao Yang, Yichao Dun, Lida Zhu, Jinsheng Ning, Miao Yu, Peihua Xu, Shuhao Wang, Pengsheng Xue, Bo Xin

“…Thermal behaviour in directed energy deposition (DED) governs both the microstructural evolution of deposited layers and the distribution of residual stresses. …”
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Effect of Particle Size on Structural, Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Highland Barley Bran by Tong WANG, Xueqing WANG, Yaning TIAN, Jingjing YANG, Bin DANG, Xiaogang SHEN, Fengzhong WANG, Lili WANG

“…These parameters of four samples were then analyzed in terms of particle size distribution, microstructure, physicochemical composition, pore characteristics, and functional properties. …”
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Investigations on the warm spinning characteristics and processing parameters optimization of AA 7075 aluminum alloy conical parts with inner ribs by Jia-Fu Wu, Daoguang He, Y.C. Lin

“…The engineering trial results demonstrate that components fabricated within the identified process window achieve satisfactory forming accuracy, with consistent mechanical properties and microstructural characteristics. This verifies the reliability of the SVM-XGBoost hybrid model for process parameter optimization.…”
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COMPARISON OF Mo COATING DEPOSITED BY TWAS AND APS SinplexPro THERMAL SPRAY TECHNIQUES by Šárka Houdková, Jakub Antoš, Petra Šulcová, Kateřina Lencová, Jan Hajšman, Karolína Burdová, Josef Duliškovic

“…The wear resistant Mo coatings were deposited using SmartArc Electric Arc Wire Spray System and advanced SinplexPro high throughput atmospheric plasma spray gun. The coatings were analyzed in terms of microstructure, mechanical properties and tribological characteristics, including wear rate and wear mechanism. …”
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Effect of rare earth elements La and Ce on corrosion resistance of low alloy steel by Da Wei, Qing Li, Renzheng Zhu, Xiaojia Yang, Longfei Song, Guowei Yang, Xinyu Wang, Xuequn Cheng, Xiaogang Li

“…Corrosion monitoring sensors were used to collect corrosion data in 0.5 wt% NaCl solution(pH = 4). The microstructure and inclusions of low-alloy steel with different rare earth(RE) contents were analyzed. …”
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Study on Heterogeneity of Pore Throats at Different Scales and Its Influence on Seepage Capacity in Different Types of Tight Carbonate Reservoirs by Chunyan Qi, Yun Liu, Fengjuan Dong, Xixiang Liu, Xing Yang, Yan Shen, Hai Huang

“…Taking the tight carbonate gas reservoir of the Deng-4 member in this area as an example, based on casting thin sections, scanning electron microscopy, and high-pressure mercury injection experiments, the reservoir space and microstructural characteristics of the micropore throats were studied, and the influence of the microscale heterogeneity in different types of reservoirs on the seepage capacity was analyzed by applying fractal theory. …”
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Investigating the impact of foundry by-product sand as an activator on workability improvement and strength development in alkali-activated blast furnace slag mortar by Chi-Yi Hua, Chia-Jung Tsai, Wen-Shinn Shyu, Leila Fazeldehkordi

“…The key properties such as flowability, setting time, temperature measurement, compressive strength, and microstructural were analyzed to determine the improvement in workability and the strength development of alkali-activated blast furnace slag mortar resulting from the use of waste sodium silicate-bonded sand. …”
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Mechanical manifestation characteristics and damage evolution law of unloading perturbation damage in surrounding rock of deep roadways by Xinfeng Wang, Tian Jiang, Chuanqi Zhu, Youyu Wei, Yunhui Jiang

“…Results show that: ①Rock deformation and destabilization are closely related to the microstructural properties. There are numerous tiny cracks inside the rocks, which tend to expand and interconnect under external forces, leading to rock fracture. ②Rock damage progresses through five stages: initial compression, linear elastic deformation, nonlinear crack generation, post-peak strain softening and destruction. …”
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Characterization of the poro-mechanical properties of synthetic coquinas using 3D imaging techniques by Francisco José Rodrigues da Silva Junior, Raquel Quadros Velloso, Sidnei Paciornik, Marcos Henrique de Pinho Maurício, Alexandr Zhemchuzhnikov

“…These samples were then analyzed using X-ray microtomography and pore network modeling to analyze their properties, and microstructural changes under different stress conditions. …”
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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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Emulsion electrospinning of lemongrass essential Oil-Loaded Ferula haussknechtii gum/ Polyethylene oxide as bioactive coating by Saeedeh Jafari, Abdollah Hematian Sourki, Safoora Pashangeh

“…The LGEO emulsion in the F. haussknechtii gum/polyethylene oxide solution was prepared via ultrasonic method, and its physicochemical properties, including pH, electrical conductivity, density, and apparent viscosity, were systematically evaluated. The microstructural morphology of the electrospun coating was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Mechanisms and modelling of diffusion in solids: a multiscale framework with industrial case studies and AI enhancements by Barah, Obinna Onyebuchi, Natukunda, Faith, Bori, Ige, Ukagwu, Kelechi John

“…Diffusion in solids is a fundamental mechanism governing mass transport, phase transformations, and microstructural evolution in metals, alloys, and functional materials. …”
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Influence of surface micro-textured and coating on tungsten carbide tools in turning of aluminum alloy 7075-T6 by Javad Shams Abadi Farahani, Behnam Davoodi

“…Aluminum alloy 7075-T6, valued for its lightweight properties, high strength, and corrosion resistance, is widely used in the aerospace and automotive industries; however, it poses machining challenges, including the formation of built-up edges, tool wear, and heat-induced microstructural changes. These coatings degrade tool geometry and surface finish in turning operations. …”
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Macroscopic Dynamic Characteristics and Microscopic Simulation of Round Gravel Under Cyclic Loading by MA Shaokun, TIAN Fapai, HUANG Haijun, MA Min, HE Benfu, DUAN Zhibo

“…A series of saturated undrained dynamic triaxial tests are conducted using the DYNTTS large-scale triaxial cyclic test system, and a discrete element (DEM) undrained dynamic triaxial model is established based on indoor experiments to explore the evolution of macroscopic dynamic properties and the internal microstructural dynamic response of round gravel under subway cyclic loading. …”
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Experimental study on failure law of damaged surrounding rock and its anchorage mechanism by Heng Ren, Yongjian Zhu, Qi Yao, Peng Li, Mingxing Wei

“…Abstract In response to the insufficient research on the damage weakening evolution law of surrounding rock during roadway (tunnel) excavation and retreat, as well as the inadequate understanding of the anchoring mechanism of rock bolts in such rock masses, a series of triaxial loading-unloading and uniaxial reloading experiments were conducted on sandstone specimens using the RMT-150 C rock mechanics testing system. Microstructural characteristics of the damaged rock mass were investigated through scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis, revealing the damage weakening mechanism of the rock. …”
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Erosion Resistance of Iron Ore Tailings as Aggregate for Manufacturing of Cement-Based Materials by Shuang Liu, Kangning Liu, Jing Wu, Sheliang Wang

“…Chloride ion profiles at 0–180 d were analyzed via chemical titration, while X-ray computed tomography (CT) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to characterize microstructural evolution. …”
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A dual approach to third molar complexity: correlating fractal analysis with the pederson difficulty index – non-clinical research article by Kübra Nur Çakan, İrem İpek

“…Although FD should not replace established indices like the Pederson Index, it may complement them by adding microstructural depth to morphological assessments. Future integration with three-dimensional imaging and prospective clinical validation is essential to establish FD as a routine element in surgical planning.…”
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