Correlative X-ray imaging to reveal the dissolution of nanoparticles and nutrient transport in plant foliar fertilization by Chengpeng Wu, Emil V. Kristensen, Francesco Minutello, Augusta Szameitat, Søren Husted, Rajmund Mokso

“…Finally, micro-computed tomography integrates these findings into a complete three-dimensional digital representation of the plant’s microstructure, revealing regions of apparent densification associated with NP accumulation. …”
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Effect of SiC nanoparticles on the wear and corrosion resistance of Ag-Si composite coatings prepared by electrodeposition technique by F. Bakhtiarifard, N. Nayebpashaee

“…The effects of important parameters such as SiC nanoparticles, direct current, and pulse reverse electrodeposition on the microstructure, wear, and corrosion resistance of Ag-Si-SiC coatings were investigated. …”
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Development characteristics and controlling mechanism of different microfracture combinations in shale reservoir: A case study of Silurian Longmaxi Formation in Weiyuan area by Yuexiang Hao, Lei Wu, Wei Jiang, Chao Qian, Xin Zhou, Yuanlin Wang

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Effect of Hydrodynamic Conditions on the Corrosion Mechanism of HSLA X100 Steel by EIS and EN Analysis by Ricardo Galván-Martínez, Clarisa Campechano-Lira, Ricardo Orozco-Cruz, Miguel Ángel Hernández-Pérez, Francisco López-Huerta, Edgar Mejía-Sánchez, Jorge Alberto Ramírez-Cano, Andres Carmona-Hernández

“…A Rotary Cylinder Electrode (RCE) was used to simulate the hydrodynamic conditions (1000 and 5000 rpm). Mechanical, microstructural and elemental characterization tests were performed on X100 steel, and the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) technique was used to analyze the corrosion mechanism, while the morphology of the corrosion process on the corroded surfaces was obtained by scanning electronic microscopy (SEM). …”
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Superlubricity enabled by graphene nanocomposite film on carbon-coated AISI 1045 steel by Tabiri Kwayie Asumadu, Mobin Vandadi, Desmond Edem Primus Klenam, Kwadwo Mensah-Darkwa, Kwadwo Adinkrah-Appiah, Emmanuel Gikunoo, Nima Rahbar, Samuel Kwofie, Winston Oluwole Soboyejo

“…Utilizing carbon from Manihot esculenta biowaste, graphene variants were deposited on substrates at 500 °C and 900 °C. The microstructure and mechanical/tribological properties were studied pre- and post-treatment. …”
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Mapping iron content and white matter integrity in the anterior thalamic radiations across Huntington’s disease stages by Montserrat Domingo-Ayllón, Clara Garcia-Gorro, Nadia Rodriguez-Dechicha, Irene Vaquer, Matilde Calopa, Ruth de Diego-Balaguer, Estela Camara

“…This study investigates iron content and microstructural changes in the anterior thalamic radiations (ATR) across different HD stages. …”
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Evaluating the feasibility of using crystalline patterns induced by PBF-LB to predict strength enhancing orientations by José David Pérez-Ruiz, Luis Norberto López de Lacalle, Wilmer Velilla-Díaz, Jaime A. Mesa, Gaizka Gómez, Heriberto Maury, Gorka Urbikain, Haizea Gonzalez

“…Experimental validation through microstructural characterization and tensile testing in samples manufactured under various orientations and PBF-LB parameters demonstrated that the predicted directions for maximum and minimum mechanical strength accurately corresponded to the evaluated conditions. …”
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Effects of supercritical CO2, water, and supercritical CO2-based water on the mechanical properties and fracturability of shale by Qiao Lyu, Jinghong Deng, Yijun Shen, Yonggang Ding, Yushuai Shi, Gan Feng, Jingqiang Tan

“…The key findings are as follows: (1) Uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) of shale decreased by 10.72%, 11.95%, and 23.67% at 15 MPa, and by 42.40%, 46.84%, and 51.65% at 45 MPa after immersion in ScCO2, DW, and ScCO2+DW, respectively, with the most pronounced effect observed in ScCO2+DW; (2) Microstructural analysis revealed that while ScCO2 and DW do not significantly alter the microstructure, immersion in ScCO2+DW results in a more complex surface morphology; (3) Acoustic emission (AE) analysis indicates a reduction in stress for crack damage, with a decreased fractal dimension of AE signals in different fluids. …”
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Quantify typical trapping sites of deuterium in tungsten by sequential thermal desorption coupled with a dedicated numerical diffusion model by Lin-Ping He, Cong Li, Jie Gao, Wei Zhang, Li-Qun Shi, Hong-Liang Zhang

“…The approach was verified through the microstructural characterization of irradiated W. It was revealed that the retentions of D in both near-surface and sub-surface layers were larger at the lower irradiation temperature (335 K) because of a higher density of D-induced dislocations and cavities in the corresponding regions. …”
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Sustainable multifunctional biochar-based cementitious composites for carbon sequestration, energy storage, and smart infrastructure applications: A review by Hilal Khan, Zamil Bin Zahid, Fazal Hussain, Junaid Ahmad, Rao Arsalan Khushnood

“…The review covers biochar's impact on flow properties, hydration kinetics, mechanical characteristics, durability performance, and smart functionalities including self-sensing, electromagnetic interference shielding, and energy storage capabilities. Microstructural analyses using advanced characterization techniques reveal the mechanisms underlying biochar's effects on cement matrix development. …”
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Coaxially printing of biomimetic self-healing and transparent silicate-epoxy composites by Jian Yuan, Junhong Liu, Jiaqi Zhao, Kunkun Song, Qiangqiang Zhang

“…Compared to the primary undamaged sample, the repaired silicate composite even demonstrated 50 % increase of maximum compressive strength. Microstructural characterization revealed the formation of an interpenetrating structure between the repaired epoxy resin and the silicate matrix, which endowed the repaired composite with higher strength than the pure silicate system. …”
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Unlocking the potential of copper-reinforced fibre metal laminates: The influence of stacking sequences by Balaji Vasudevan, Lenin Nagarajan, Murugu Nachippan N, Rajesh Durvasulu, Mushtaq Ahmad Ansari

“…Further SEM analysis has shown that enhancement in microstructural integrity actually occurred with the inclusion of CNT, especially in fiber-matrix bonding improvement and reduction of voids. …”
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Local plastic deformation in the vicinity of topologically close-packed phases in a Ni-based single crystal superalloy by Sangwon Lee, Jeonghyeon Do, Baig Gyu Choi, Ujjval Bansal, Christoph Kirchlechner, Pyuck-Pa Choi, Subin Lee

“…This study sheds light on the intricate interplay between TCP phase formation, microstructural evolution, and mechanical properties in Ni-based superalloys offering valuable insights into the role of the TCP phases.…”
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First-principles and experimental investigations on the mechanical properties of Co particles modified Sn-1.0Ag-0.5Cu solder by Xing-yu Guo, Liang Zhang, Yu-hao Chen, Hyoung Seop Kim, Nan Jiang, Chuan-jiang Wu, Xi Huang, Yun-xin Liu

“…In addition, the (Cu, Co)6Sn5 intermetallic compound (IMC) exhibited superior thermodynamic stability compared to conventional Cu6Sn5. Microstructural analysis showed that the adding Co particles resulted in both interfacial morphology smoothing and grain refinement. …”
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Effect of Ce on creep damage behaviors of 316LN austenitic stainless steel at 650 °C/225 MPa by Chongqing Tan, Xiaoqiang Hu, Renxian Yang, Dianzhong Li

“…The influence of trace Ce addition on the creep damage behavior of 316LN austenitic stainless steel (316LN) under 650 °C/225 MPa was investigated through microstructural characterization and first-principles calculations, and the underlying mechanism was elucidated. …”
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Puck 3D-based modeling and validation of progressive failure in instrumented glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene via the split-disk test by B. Meemary, D. Vasiukov, M. Lagardère, L. Rozova, S. Chaki

“…The numerical models adopt real microstructural details according to optical microscopic analysis. …”
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Activated clay and cocoa nib shells-integrated polyvinyl alcohol membranes for fouling mitigation in water treatment by Elikplim Nyabi, Roland Tsoeke Agbetsi, Gideon Addai, Francis Opoku, Mandela Toku, Ray Bright Voegborlo, Eric Selorm Agorku

“…The synergy between AC’s surface charge modulation and CNS’s microstructural enhancement creates a dual-function mechanism of Donnan exclusion and size-sieving, which significantly boosts separation efficiency and antifouling performance. …”
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Quantitative and Computational Spinal Imaging in Neurodegenerative Conditions and Acquired Spinal Disorders: Academic Advances and Clinical Prospects by Mary Clare McKenna, Jana Kleinerova, Alan Power, Angela Garcia-Gallardo, Ee Ling Tan, Peter Bede

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> Quantitative spinal cord imaging studies have demonstrated the feasibility to reliably appraise structural, microstructural, diffusivity, and metabolic spinal cord alterations. …”
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Microscopic pore combination type identification of tight sandstone reservoir based on improved swin transformer architecture by Zhenyu Pang, Zhicong Chen, Sijie Lu, Zhenbo Cai, Yuqing Lu, Mengting Peng

“…This complexity poses significant challenges for accurate reservoir characterization and often results in suboptimal development performance. …”
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Electric field-assisted embedding of fiber optic sensors in structural materials for structural health monitoring by Xinchang Zhang, Joshua Daw, Charles Payne, Bibo Zhong, Austin Fleming, Zilong Hua, Jorgen Rufner

“…Samples fabricated under optimal conditions passed helium leak testing, confirming effective interfacial bonding. Microstructural characterization revealed excellent fiber-matrix adhesion and interdiffusion of elements across the interface. …”
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