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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Investigating the effects of hot isostatic pressing and proton irradiation on L-PBF stainless steels via nanoindentation across different strain rates by Lutfun Nipa, Hector R. Siller, Mohin Sharma, Bibhudutta Rout, Reza A Mirshams

“…The performance of additively manufactured (AM) 17-4 PH stainless steel in extreme environments, such as nuclear reactors, relies on its mechanical properties and microstructural stability. Post-processing treatments are crucial for reducing defects and porosity while enhancing mechanical performance. …”
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Investigation on Laser Weldability of a 2.1 GPa-Grade Hot Stamping Steel with Medium Carbon Content by Jiming Huang, Xuekun Shang, Liejun Li, Zhiyuan Liang

“…Nevertheless, such cross-weld microstructural heterogeneity was erased after hot stamping and low-temperature baking heat treatments, resulting in a uniform microstructure of lath martensite across the weld. …”
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Enhancing Metakaolin-Based Geopolymer Mortar with Eggshell Powder and Fibers for Improved Sustainability by Demet Yavuz

“…It examines how various doses of ESP, ranging from 0% to 25%, and two volumes of PP fibers, at 0.1% and 0.2% (by volume), impact the workability, mechanical and physical characteristics, and microstructure of GP mortars. Assessments were made for workability, apparent porosity, water absorption, and flexural and compressive strengths, along with microstructural evaluations. …”
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SPECIFIC DEGRADATION STRUCTURE FEATURES AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF FURNACE AND HEAT POWER EQUIPMENT ELEMENTS AFTER LONG-TERM OPERATION by F. I. Panteleenko, A. S. Snarsky, A. V. Krylenko

“…A scale of chrome and molybdenum steel microstructure degradation based on evaluation of  coagulated carbide size and material mechanical properties (a point from 0-operation without time limits, up to 4-operation prohibition) has been proposed in the paper. …”
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Comparative long-term stabilization of pond ash using lime and cement: FTIR characterization, strength optimization and sustainable utilization by Vilasini P.P, Lakshmi Thangasamy

“…This paper proposes a comparative long-term evaluation of the lime and cement stackable stabilizers, which are the two broadly accepted stabilizers of pond ash, and it incorporates the microstructure study and statistical optimization of the study. …”
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The Influence of Zn and Ca on Tensile Properties and Creep Resistance of MgSn6 Alloy by T. Rzychoń

“…The microstructure of investigated alloys has been analysed using the scanning electron microscope, coupled with EDS spectrometer to enable the analysis of chemical composition of individual microstructural constituents. …”
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Mechanisms of Exogenous L-Lysine in Influencing the Quality of Low-Sodium Marinated Braised Beef by Chongxian Zheng, Pengsen Wang, Mingming Huang, Tong Jiang, Jianying Zhao, Yanwei Mao, Huixin Zuo

“…For low-sodium plain boiled beef, the optimal addition level of L-Lys was screened out through the research on the effects on meat quality indicators, water distribution, microstructure, and sensory evaluation. For the quality of low-sodium plain boiled beef, in terms of microstructure, the addition of L-Lys reduced muscle fiber breakage and voids, thereby improving its microstructural characteristics. …”
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Crack of a helicopter main rotor actuator attachment: failure analysis and lessons learned by L. Allegrucci, F. De Paolis, A. Coletta, M. Bernabei

“…Finally, the hydrogen content of the material was evaluated by the total hydrogen analysis. Microstructural and technological alloy characteristics were verified as well by using metallographic microscopy and hardness testing of the material. …”
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Capturing short-range order in high-entropy alloys with machine learning potentials by Yifan Cao, Killian Sheriff, Rodrigo Freitas

“…Abstract Chemical short-range order (SRO) affects the distribution of elements throughout the solid-solution phase of metallic alloys, thereby modifying the background against which microstructural evolution occurs. Investigating such chemistry–microstructure relationships requires atomistic models that act at the appropriate length scales while capturing the intricacies of chemical bonds leading to SRO. …”
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Macro and micro structural responses of dissimilar TC4/TC17 titanium alloy joints in linear friction welding and post-welding heat treatment processes and their effects on tensile... by Jiatao Liu, Jinglong Li, Feng Jin, Da Zhang, Wei Guo, Jiangtao Xiong

“…This study investigates the macro and microstructural responses of TC4/TC17 joints during LFW and post-weld aging, focusing on tensile and fatigue properties. …”
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Synergistic effects of alkali content and silicate modulus optimization for enhanced properties in alkali-activated ultra-high performance concrete at ambient and high temperature by Yunfeng Qian, Dingyi Yang, Yunxiao Yan, Guosheng Ren, Miao Liu

“…Experimental evaluations, including mechanical strength tests, moisture transport analysis, and microstructural characterization (SEM, TGA, XRD, FTIR), demonstrate that the optimal synergy of 6 % alkali content and a 1.6 M silicate modulus results in superior compressive strength (132.60 MPa), reduced porosity, and enhanced durability. …”
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Impact of Steel Fibers and Carbon Nanotubes on the Strength and Quality of Cementitious Composites by Nikolaos Chousidis

“…The investigation included physicomechanical property evaluations, microstructural analysis, and ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) tests. …”
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Effect of Elevated Temperature on the Properties of Self-Compacting Mortar Containing Nanomaterials and Zircon Sand by Sahaya Ruben, M. Sophia, M. A. Raja, Chandran Masi

“…The mechanical properties, durability, and microstructure of the mortar were evaluated by conducting experiments at room temperature and then at 200°C, 400°C, 600°C, and 800°C. …”
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The way the mistery of the Mattei’s case was solved by D. Firrao, G. Ubertalli, P. Matteis, C. Pozzi

“…Results of field explosion experiments are incorporated into the evaluation of microstructural signs possibly induced on metal targets by an unknown explosive event. …”
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The First Layer: Single-Track Insights into Direct Energy Deposition Processed Cu-Ni Thermoelectric Alloys by Nick Williams, Kyle Snyder, Ian Smith, Anthony Duong, Everett Carpenter, Radhika Barua

“…Track geometries were analyzed using linear mass density (M_L) and linear heat input (H_L), which influence deposition quality and microstructural characteristics. A weighted qualitative process parameter decision matrix was developed to evaluate process conditions systematically. …”
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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 Camellia nitidissima Chi Polysaccharide on the Physicochemical Properties and Gel Properties of Surimi Gel in Pangasius bocourti by Zezheng ZENG, Lifeng ZHU, Yanghong CAO, Cen QI, Ziru DAI, Qingliang DONG

“…The effects of different CNCP dosages (0%, 0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, 0.8%, 1.0%) on the whiteness value, gel strength, textural properties, sensory evaluation, cooking loss rate, water-holding capacity, water distribution, dynamic rheological characteristics, gel-forming forces, protein secondary structure, and microstructure of the CNCP-Pangasius bocourti surimi plural gel were also investigated. …”
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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

“…Furthermore, a negative correlation was identified between the increased RD values and age of onset in SRE.Conclusion: The FA and RD values derived from DTI serve as neuroimaging markers to evaluate WM damage in SRE. These findings indicate that alterations in WM microstructure within the bilateral frontal lobes and corpus callosum may contribute to a potential pathophysiological mechanism underlying seizures in SRE. …”
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Preparation and characterization of dressing-type emulsions formulated with hydrocolloids from the mango (Mangifera indica) peel by Ronald Marsiglia-Fuentes, José M. Franco, Luis A. García-Zapateiro

“…Particle size distribution, ζ-potential, proximal composition, color, microstructure, and rheological properties were evaluated. …”
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