Unlocking the potential of trace cobalt in Ni-based superalloys: A molecular dynamics study on dislocation behavior and high-temperature stability by Huicong Dong, Yinghao Chen, Dayong Wu, Haikun Ma, Zhihao Feng, Ru Su

“…These findings offer valuable insights for optimizing the composition and microstructural design of Ni-based single crystal superalloys.…”
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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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TiN-containing high-heat-input welding steels: Optimizing Ti/N ratio and precipitation temperature for enhanced low-temperature impact toughness in coarse-grained heat-affected zon... by Junjie Hao, Chao Wang, Hua Duan, Zhu Yan, Guo Yuan, Guo-dong Wang

“…The effects of Ti/N ratio and TiN precipitation temperature on particle stability, austenite grain refinement, microstructural evolution, and low-temperature impact toughness were systematically investigated through in situ observations via high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy, thermodynamic modeling, and scanning electron microscopy. …”
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Evaluating the Efficacy of Enzyme-Induced Carbonate Precipitation (EICP) for Aeolian Sand Fixation by Lina Xiao, Jiaming Zhang, Yi Luo, Xinlong Wang, Xiaojian Qi, Zhongyi Hu, Javid Hussain, Guosheng Jiang

“…Furthermore, the impact of EICP treatment cycles on the mechanical properties, compressive behavior, and wind erosion resistance of aeolian sand (AS) was systematically evaluated, with microstructural evolution and pore characteristics of cemented specimens analyzed through SEM and X-CT. …”
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Dispersion strengthening in Ni–Co–Cr–SiC coatings: Effects of particle-matrix adhesion and dislocation obstruction revealed by multiscale modeling by Peng Liu, Dengfu Chen, Qian Hua, Yucheng Wang, Rongcheng Sheng

“…SiC particles significantly enhanced coating performance, achieving a hardness of 878 HV and reducing the wear rate to 0.022 mm3/(N·m) (54 % lower than without addition). Microstructural characterization confirmed predominantly incoherent interfaces between SiC particles and the matrix, with the presence of semi-coherent structures (e.g., SiC(001)[101]//Ni–Co–Cr(111)[101]). …”
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Design and Research on the Preparation of Pervious Concrete Using Carbonized Steel Slag as a Full Component by Xiao Chen, Kai Zhang, Benren Wang, Zhiqiang Wu, Mingkai Zhou

“…The results demonstrate that when CaO and MgO contents reached 5% and 15%, respectively, the 28d compressive strength of mortar increased by 134.49% compared to the reference group. Microstructural analysis confirmed that CaO reacted to form CaCO₃ crystals, while MgO enhanced strength by regulating CaCO₃ crystal morphology to optimize product structure. …”
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Structural and Morphological Investigation of Calcium-Silicate-Based Bioceramics Prepared from Eggshell via Conventional Approach by Maroua H. Kaou, Csaba Balázsi, Katalin Balázsi

“…The effect of the CaO/SiO₂ weight ratio and the calcination period of the eggshells on the microstructural features including apparent density, phase evolution, and morphological properties were investigated. …”
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The potential scalability of High-pressure sliding technique for developing ultrafine grained material with enhanced mechanical properties of AA7075 by Eman M. Zayed, Mostafa Shazly, Ahmed El-Sabbagh, Nahed A. El-Mahallawy

“…The utilization of Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) provided crucial insights into microstructural evolution and determination of grain size in SPD-processed samples. …”
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Grain size effects on strain localization and fracture behavior in ferrite–martensite dual-phase steels characterized by digital image correlation analysis by Myeong-heom Park, Yuichi Tagusari, Akinobu Shibata, Nobuhiro Tsuji

“…In the present study, the underlying mechanism responsible for improved post-uniform elongation through grain refinement was investigated using high-resolution digital image correlation (DIC) and detailed microstructural analysis of micro-void evolution. Two DP microstructures with ferrite grain sizes of 28.9 μm and 11.8 μm were fabricated, exhibiting markedly different local deformation behaviors. …”
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GH4096 superalloy high-temperature oxidation and corrosion behaviors by Amin Wang, Jingjie Dai, Rui Fu, Hongxia Zhang, Caixia Sun, Dan Li

“…To evaluate the stability and adaptability in complex marine environments, high-temperature oxidation, hot corrosion with NaCl–Na2SO4 deposits, and high-low temperature alternating corrosion behaviors of GH4096 superalloy were investigated in this work, along with the microstructure evolution and corrosion kinetics. The results showed that during the high-temperature oxidation and hot corrosion process, significant outward diffusion of Cr and Ti occurred. …”
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Construction and regulation of heterogeneous structure in medium Mn steel with critical annealing − quenching and partitioning process by Di Zhang, Xuchao Du, Yinzhao Liu, Huilan Sun, Yaxu Zheng, Shufeng Yang, Cheng Ma, Bo Wang

“…The heterogeneous structure formation, evolution and strengthening mechanism have not been clearly understood, especially its potential in the microstructure design of medium manganese steel (MMS) has not been explored. …”
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Effect of Plasma Pretreatment on Thermal Durability of Thermal Barrier Coatings in Cyclic Thermal Exposure by Sang-Won Myoung, Zhe Lu, Yeon-Gil Jung, Byung-Koog Jang, Young-Soo Yoo, Seong-Moon Seo, Baig-Gyu Choi, Chang-Yong Jo

“…The relationship between microstructure evolution and thermomechanical characteristics of TBCs with plasma pretreatment was discussed in cyclic thermal exposure.…”
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Effect of pore shape on uniaxial compressive behaviour of porous rock-like materials: DEM simulation by Chuanfeng Fang, Tieyong Zhao, Weijian Yu, Ping Wang, Zizheng Zhang, Baifu An, Genshui Wu, Shunkai Liu

“…Moreover, higher angularity or aspect ratio not only leads to cracks initiation at sharp corners and causes the crack paths to deviate from the axial loading direction, but also results in an increase in both the total crack length and the number of fragments. Finally, the evolution of the microstructure, including contact forces and the spatial distribution of stress, was analyzed to assess the influence of pore shape on microscopic characteristics.…”
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Comprehensive studies of the snow-firn layer in the area of the Russian Antarctic Vostok Station by Aleksei V. Bolshunov, Sergei A. Ignatev, Gleb D. Gorelik, Nikita S. Krikun, Dmitrii A. Vasilev, Ilya V. Rakitin, Vyacheslav S. Shadrin

“…The findings will allow for future improvements to the firn densification model, which is required to understand the evolution of ice grains during the early stages of metamorphism. …”
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Thermal Cycling Life Prediction of Sn-3.0Ag-0.5Cu Solder Joint Using Type-I Censored Data by Jinhua Mi, Yan-Feng Li, Yuan-Jian Yang, Weiwen Peng, Hong-Zhong Huang

“…At last, failure analysis and microstructure evolution of lead-free solders are carried out to provide useful guidance for the regular maintenance, replacement of substructure, and subsequent processing of electronic products.…”
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Research progress on wire arc additive manufactured Al-Zn-Mg-Cu alloys: Metallurgical defects, refining grains, enhancing mechanical properties by Yichen Liu, Feng Guo, Jie Li, Kun Liu, Juan Wang, Artem Okulov, Tushar Sonar

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Effect of Al addition on the room and cryogenic temperature deformation of Mg-xAl-1Zn-1Ca alloy (x = 1, 2 wt.%) by Hafiz Muhammad Rehan Tariq, Umer Masood Chaudry, Muhammad Ishtiaq, Minki Kim, Mansoor Ali, Tea-Sung Jun

“…This study explores the influence of Al addition on the microstructure, texture and mechanical deformation behavior of Mg-xAl-1Zn-1Ca (x = 1, 2 wt.%) alloy (referred as AZX211 and AZX311, respectively). …”
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Enhanced irradiation swelling resistance in low activation Ti8VCrMnFeCu2 high entropy alloys: Exploring the role of heterogeneous nanoparticles by Yao Yu, Xiao Liu, Qianqian Wang, Qigui Yang, Ye Dong, Te Zhu, Peng Zhang, Runsheng Yu, Mingpan Wan, Xingzhong Cao

“…This study presents an in-depth analysis on the microstructural evolution of the low-activation Ti8VCrMnFeCu2 alloy under helium irradiation. …”
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Nucleic acid aptamers in orthopedic diseases: promising therapeutic agents for bone disorders by Zhenhong He, Qingping Peng, Wenying Bin, Luyao Zhao, Yihuang Chen, Yuanqun Zhang, Weihu Yang, Xingchen Yan, Huan Liu

“…Aptamer-mediated strategies, including the use of siRNA and miRNA mimics or inhibitors, have shown efficacy in enhancing bone mass and microstructure. These approaches hold transformative potential for treating a range of orthopedic conditions like osteoporosis, osteosarcoma, and osteoarthritis. …”
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Experimental study on fracture properties of steam-cured high-strength concrete by Xiaoqian Wang, Xinyang Li, Yuzhi Chen, Wenlei Xu, Xi Zuo

“…Properly cured HSC, with a denser microstructure, exhibited higher-energy failure along dominant fracture paths.…”
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