An ecofriendly approach to explore the physical and mechanical properties of cement mortar reinforced with Abutilon indicum fibres by V Aarthipriya, C Umarani

“…Cement composites are inherently characterized by low tensile strength and limited fracture resistance. …”
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Tribological and corrosion behavior of Al2O3 interlayer reinforced friction stir welded AA6082-T6 joints by Abousoufiane Ouis, Mohamed I. A. Habba, Mohamed M. Z. Ahmed, Waheed S. Barakat

“…This study investigated the effects of incorporating Al₂O₃ interlayer reinforcements on the microstructural, tribological, and corrosion behaviors of FSW joints. …”
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Se-Regulated MnS Porous Nanocubes Encapsulated in Carbon Nanofibers as High-Performance Anode for Sodium-Ion Batteries by Puwu Liang, Duo Pan, Xiang Hu, Ke R. Yang, Yangjie Liu, Zijing Huo, Zheng Bo, Lihong Xu, Junhua Xu, Zhenhai Wen

“…Highlights We have developed an efficient and scalable strategy to prepare a single-phase ternary MnS0.5Se0.5-carbon nanofiber composite with a defect-rich microstructure. The Na+ storage mechanism of manganese-based sulfides after the incorporation of Se was thoroughly investigated, through systematic electrochemical characterization combined with theoretical calculations. …”
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Histological characteristics and functional properties of red and white parts of <i>m. semitendinosus</i> of slaughter pigs by A. A. Semenova, V. A. Pchelkina, V. V. Nasonova, S. I. Loskutov, N. V. Bogolyubova, R. V. Nekrasov, A. A. Motovilina, Yu. I. Bogdanova

“…The aim of this research was to study histological features of the microstructure and technological properties of muscle tissue from different parts of m. semitendinosus, obtained from slaughter pigs of Russian production. …”
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Influence of Ni60-WC Bionic Unit on the Wear Performance of 20CrMnTi Steel Prepared via Laser Cladding by Bo Cui, You Lv, Zhaolong Sun, Yan Tong

“…The WC content was maintained within a mass percentage range of 15% to 60% in the composite powder system. The microstructure and properties of the bionic unit were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and a hardness tester, while its dry sliding wear resistance was evaluated using a block-on-ring tribometer. …”
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Influence of forging conditions on the fatigue mechanisms of low alloy steels: a 3D study by Pablo Lorenzino, Jean-Yves Buffiere, Catherine Verdu

“…Two surface conditions were produced after the forging process. The subsurface microstructure of the materials has been characterized by EBSD. …”
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The influence of dynamic deformation on the mechanisms in TWIP steel by M.B. Jabłońska, K. Jasiak, R. Chulist, M. Tkocz, M. Kostka, K. Kowalczyk, A. Królicka, Z. Gronostajski

“…The aim of this work was to establish a connection between the deformation mechanisms of dislocation slip and twinning with the strain rate and the actual sample temperature related to the plastic deformation work conversion into heat in TWIP steel.Microstructure characterization involved microscopic observation considering light and electron microscopy methods as well as synchrotron analysis. …”
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Effect of La on oxidation properties and mechanism of high-speed steel rolls by Si-Min Wang, Hao-Nan Li, Gui-Ying Qiao, Long-Sheng Peng, Yi Wang, Fu-Ren Xiao

“…The formation mechanism of oxide film on the surface of high-speed steel for rolls was investigated using various characterization methods, and the effect of La modification on the oxidation properties of high-speed steel for rolls was studied. …”
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Enhanced insulation properties of AFEP via constructing one-dimensional ZnO nanostructures by Jun Xie, Bobin Xu, Guowei Xia, Youzhi Zhang, Xiaoyu Shi, Ping Huang, Yan Li, Qing Xie

“…This improves the interface bonding between aramid fibers and epoxy resin, further boosting the composite material's insulation performance. The microstructure evolution of the fiber surface is verified through microscopic characterization, and the influence of different construction parameters (concentration, time) on the insulation performance. of the AFEP composite is investigated via electrical performance testing. …”
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Advancements in the Application of Numerical Simulation During Tablet Compaction by Zhe Li, Haolong Xiong, Qiong Li, Abid Naeem, Lingyu Yang, Weifeng Zhu, Yanni Wu, Zhengji Jin, Liangshan Ming

“…Compaction is the main process of tablet manufacturing; most of the current studies have focused on macroscopic compaction and tablet characterization, while the internal stress state and microstructure changes as a result of the compaction process are not well understood. …”
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Electrocaloric materials and applications based on multilayer ceramic capacitors by Li-Qian Cheng, Yongke Yan, Zhiping Wang, Zhengyu Li, Xiaotian Li

“…A comparison of different systems of EC materials, along with an exploration of microstructure improvement, was conducted based on recent studies. …”
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Effect of process parameters and material composition of Al2O3-HAP composite using powder metallurgy by Muhammad Tayyab Bhutta, Sadaqat Ali, Malik Adeel Umer, Aamir Mubashar, Emad Ud Din, Adnan Munir, Abdul Basit

“…The created composite compositions were examined utilizing elemental analysis to quantify the components and microstructure, as well as OM, FESEM, and XRD methods. …”
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Effect of vacancies on blue-colored calcium phosphate scaffolds derived from Nile tilapia bone powder by Atchara Khamkongkaeo, Amaraporn Wongrakpanich, Theerapat Chanamuangkon, Slila Chayanun, Catleya Rojviriya, Adulphan Pimsawat, Drusawin Vongpramate, Atipong Bootchanont, Wutthigrai Sailuam, Aldo R. Boccaccini, Boonrat Lohwongwatana

“…Abstract This study explores the fabrication and characterization of porous ceramic scaffolds using the polyurethane sponge replication technique with commercial hydroxyapatite (SA-P) and Nile Tilapia bone-derived (FB-P) powders. …”
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Experimental and modeling investigation of the thermal shock behavior of TiC-based self-healing coatings on AISI 321 stainless steel by Wei Li, Chipeng Zhang, Shunpeng Zhu, Cong Li, Guowei Bo, Shengnan Hu, Dapeng Jiang, Hui Chen, Jianjun He, Shengde Zhang, Anqi Chen, Jian Chen

“…The experimental and microstructural characterization results showed that the thermal shock resistance of such self-healing coating was remarkably improved as compared to the counterpart double-AT13 coating. …”
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Dual-activated calcined coal gangue for high-performance and eco-friendly cementitious materials by Jianchao Ma, Haorui Song, Shoufa Cao, Kai Wang, Guorui Feng

“…The synergistic formation of calcium silicate hydrate (C–S–H) and calcium vanadate (AFt) hydrocolloids was emphasized, resulting in a dense, stable microstructure. The hydration process of gangue cementitious materials is divided into three stages: dissolution of raw materials, formation of C–S–H gels, and Aft, and cementation and coalescence of hydration products. …”
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Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction and Microencapsulation of <i>Durvillaea incurvata</i> Polyphenols: Toward a Stable Anti-Inflammatory Ingredient for Functional Foods by Nicolás Muñoz-Molina, Javier Parada, Angara Zambrano, Carina Chipon, Paz Robert, María Salomé Mariotti-Celis

“…The microparticles (mean diameter, 2.75 µm) exhibited a uniform morphology, shell formation, glassy microstructure, and suitable physicochemical properties (moisture, 3.4 ± 0.1%; water activity, 0.193 ± 0.004; hygroscopicity, 30.3 ± 0.4 g/100 g) for food applications. …”
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Effect of Ga on the Inoxidizability and Wettability of Sn-0.5Ag-0.7Cu-0.05Pr Solder by Xu Jiachen, Xue Songbai, Luo Dongxue, Wang He, Xue Peng

“…The effect of trace amount of Ga on the inoxidizability and wettability of Sn-0.5Ag-0.7Cu-0.05Pr solders was investigated systematically by means of microstructure characterizations. The results indicate that the wettability and oxidation resistance properties are remarkably improved with addition of trace amount of Ga. …”
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Modified Okara improves Noodle Properties: Effects on digestibility, structure, and functionality by Guohong Tian, Meidan Li, Shuqi Xing, Laping He, Cuiqin Li, Shunbin Qiao, Ye Yuan, Taixun Luo

“…These microstructural modifications were functionally significant, as dynamic rheological confirmed improved dough elasticity (G′ increased) at low okara concentrations. …”
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Preparation of Titanium Metal by Deoxygenation Under KCl-NaCl-YCl₃ System Using Soluble Anode by Tianzhu Mu, Fuxing Zhu, Yan Zhao, Haoyu Fang, Haohang Ji, Lei Gao

“…The research elucidates the fabrication process and analytical methods for titanium-carbon-oxygen solid solution, and employs a combination of analytical techniques, including XRD, SEM-EDS, and ONH Analyzer, for characterization of the electrolytic product, encompassing phase analysis, microstructure, and oxygen concentration testing.…”
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Fatigue Damage Assessment in AL6XN Stainless Steel Based on the Strain-Hardening Exponent <i>n</i>-Value by Donovan Ramírez-Acevedo, Ricardo Rafael Ambriz, Christian Jesús García, Cesar Mendoza Gómora, David Jaramillo

“…However, the stress–strain behavior and microstructure characterization showed a microvoid nucleation and growth mechanism that competed against the strain-hardening one. …”
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