Enhancing the ductility of cast Mg-Li alloys via dispersed α-Mg phase mitigating the dimension and distribution of interspersed eutectics along grain boundaries by Yu Wang, Ziyang Xia, Jingpeng Xiong, Gang Zeng, Penghao Wang, Lan Luo, Ruizhi Wu, Jian Wang, Yong Liu

“…In-situ stretching techniques were employed to scrutinize the microstructural evolution of alloys during tensile deformation, elucidating that the deformation compatibility of alloys correlates with the average size of the I-phase and their distribution along GBs and PBs. …”
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Influence of Multiple Trapping Phenomena on The Applications Criteria of ZnO-Bi2O3-Based Varistors by Mohammad A. Alim

“…This evaluation process employs the lumped parameter/complex plane analysis technique for the ac small-signal immittance data. …”
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Investigating fretting wear behavior of LPBF processed AlSi10Mg alloy under variable frequency and heat treatment conditions by Rashmi Saragur Nanjundaiah, Shrikantha Sasihithlu Rao, K. Praveenkumar, Chithirai Pon Selvan, T. Ram Prabhu, S. Sahay, Geetha Manivasagam, Arunkumar Shettigar, G.C. Manjunath Patel

“…The fabricated and heat-treated samples were analyzed using X-ray diffraction, hardness testing, and residual stress measurements to evaluate dislocation density, hardenability, and the nature of residual stress. …”
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Fabrication of Hyaluronan-Poly(vinylphosphonic acid)-Chitosan Hydrogel for Wound Healing Application by Dang Hoang Phuc, Nguyen Thi Hiep, Do Ngoc Phuc Chau, Nguyen Thi Thu Hoai, Huynh Chan Khon, Vo Van Toi, Nguyen Dai Hai, Bui Chi Bao

“…Firstly, the component ratio of hydrogel was studied to optimize the reaction effectiveness. Next, its microstructure was observed by light microscope. The chemical interaction in hydrogel was evaluated by nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy. …”
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Preparation and characterization of coal-based graphite from Huyan mountain anthracite by high-temperature simulation. by Gaojian Chen, Daiyong Cao, Fengchu Liao, Hongsheng He, Anmin Wang, Simai Peng

“…This study systematically investigates the graphitization behavior of high-metamorphic anthracite from Huyan Mountain (Shanxi, China) under extreme thermal conditions (2100-3000 °C) through integrated experimental and microstructural analyses. Acid-washed and demineralized coal samples, with or without Fe₂O₃ catalyst, were subjected to controlled thermal treatment to evaluate structural evolution and catalytic effects. …”
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A bcc refractory high-entropy alloy: the ideal case of smooth plastic flow by Yen-Ting Chang, Abhi Sharda, Julian M. Rosalie, Robert Maaß, Marie A. Charpagne

“…Single crystalline metals exhibit correlated dislocation dynamics, irrespective of lattice system. This collective evolution of dislocation structures is intermittent and scale-free, implying divergent length scales that play a critical role in failure initiation and therefore microstructural design. …”
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Decellularized tendon patch enhance biological and mechanical healing of large-to-massive rotator cuff tear in a rat chronic model: a comparison study of patch sterilization and st... by Yiyang Mao, Yirui Wang, Shen Liu, Zechun Liu, Pengling Yao, Buhua Sun, Can Chen

“…Methods DTPs were sterilized by ethylene oxide (EO) or gamma irradiation (GR), then preserved using cryo-preservation (CP) or freeze-drying (FD), thus preparing four kinds of DTPs (EO/CP-DTP, EO/FD-DTP, GR/CP-DTP, GR/FD-DTP). After evaluating their histology, microstructure, biomechanics, biocompatibility, and tenogenic inducibility in-vitro, a total of 88 male SD rats with chronic L-M RCTs were randomly divided into 4 groups, and then reconstructed with one of the four DTPs. …”
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Multiple symmetry protected BIC lines in two dimensional synthetic parameter space by Zhang Fengyuan, Chu Qiongqiong, Wang Qiang, Zhu Shining, Liu Hui

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Frictional wear properties of different nano La2O3 composite FeCoNiCrMo high-entropy alloy coatings under soil conditions by Zuyang Li, Wengang Chen, Dongyang Li, Jiawei Yang, Yao Zhang, Xiaodong Yang, Binggui Dai, Jihao Zhang, Zhaoling Qiu

“…In order to mitigate the problem of wear during the working process of earth-touching implements, in this study, nano La2O3-doped HEA (FeCoNiCrMo) coatings with different dopant contents were fabricated on the surface of 65Mn steel by laser cladding technology, Effects of the coatings on tribological properties of 65Mn steel were investigated in both dry ambient and dry soil environments. The microstructure, chemical composition, hardness, and tribological properties of the wear-resistant La2O3-doped composite coatings were evaluated. …”
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Misfit in Inconel-Type Superalloy by Pavel Strunz, Martin Petrenec, Vadim Davydov, Jaroslav Polák, Přemysl Beran

“…Using these data, the evolution of the misfit with temperature was calculated. …”
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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

“…Thirty-one gene carriers and twenty-four controls underwent neuropsychological assessment and 3 T-MRI scanning, including relaxometry and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) sequences to assess iron content and WM microstructure. ATR changes were examined using average and along-the-tract analyses, with ANOVA and post-hoc Tukey tests to identify group differences and Spearman correlations to evaluate clinical associations. …”
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Kinetic analysis of Nico electrodeposition with saccharin using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy by Jae-Ik Choi, Inyeol Park, Suyeon Park, Min Jun Yi, Wonbong Jang, Jong Hyun Seo

“…At low saccharin concentrations, reduced competition led to rapid hydrogen evolution, resulting in non-uniform and rough microstructures. …”
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Sintering-driven optimization of multi-ionic SDC-Na2CO3 nanocomposite electrolytes for low-temperature solid oxide cell applications by Maria Carmenza Diaz Lacharme, Andrea Bartoletti, Katia Monzillo, Riccardo Ceccato, Francesco Parrino, Emanuela Callone, Sandra Dirè, Vincenzo Vaiano, Alessandra Sanson, Angela Gondolini, Alessandro Donazzi

“…The impact of sintering temperature on phase composition, microstructure, conductivity, and stability was systematically studied. …”
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Finite Element Simulation and Process Analysis for Hot-Forming WE43 Magnesium Alloy Fasteners: Comparison of Crystal Plasticity with Traditional Method by Anqi Jiang, Yuanming Huo, Zixin Zhou, Zhenrong Yan, Yue Sun

“…Comparative analyses with conventional finite element methods reveal that the crystal plasticity finite element method effectively captures the influence of microstructural evolution on macroscopic deformation. …”
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Cutting performance and surface integrity during rotary ultrasonic elliptical milling of cast Ni-based superalloy by Zhefei Sun, Yihang Liu, Daxi Geng, Deyuan Zhang, Enze Ying, Runze Liu, Xinggang Jiang

“…Additionally, RUEM generates unique microstructure characteristics on the machined surface instead of the obvious feed marks and material flow in CM. …”
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Effect of Different Surface Treatments on the Bond Strength of Different Monolithic Zirconia With Dentin by Ahmad Abdulkareem Alnazzawi, Mohammed H. AbdElaziz, Ahmed E. Farghal, Mohamed F. Aldamaty, Sary Borzangy, Sultan Ainoosah, Ahmed Yaseen Alqutaibi

“…Aim: This study investigates the effects of different surface treatments on the microstructure, topography, and shear bond strength (SBS) of monolithic zirconia with varying yttria content (3Y and 5Y). …”
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Porosity of Geopolymers Using Complementary Techniques of Image Analysis and Physical Adsorption of Gases by Carlos A. Rosas-Casarez, Ramón Corral-Higuera, Susana P. Arredondo-Rea, José M. Gómez-Soberón, Manuel J. Chinchillas-Chinchillas, Margarita Rodríguez-Rodríguez, Manuel J. Pellegrini-Cervantes, Jesús M. Bernal-Camacho

“…The main objective was to evaluate the porosity of the geopolymeric paste and the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) between the aggregate and the geopolymerization products. …”
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Electron beam powder bed fusion of Ti–1Al–8V–5Fe: Defying post-processing need with high strength and outstanding ductility by X.Z. Zhang, Q. Zhou, W.D. Zhang, J.Z. Niu, Y.B. Qin, P.C. Zhang, J. Wang

“…In this study, we demonstrate that Ti–1Al–8V–5Fe (Ti-185) alloy, fabricated via electron beam powder bed fusion (EB-PBF), can simultaneously achieve high strength and outstanding ductility without any post-process heat treatment. Microstructural and mechanical evaluations were conducted on samples from the top, middle, and bottom regions of the as-fabricated components. …”
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Fossil eggshell diversity of the Mussentuchit Member, Cedar Mountain Formation, Utah. by Joshua Hedge, Ryan T Tucker, Peter J Makovicky, Lindsay E Zanno

“…Gross morphological and microstructural inspection reveals a greater diversity of eggshells than previously described. …”
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Influence of thermal treatment at various temperatures on structure and radiation-induced effects in advanced ceramic breeder pebbles by A. Ansone, A. Antuzevics, L. Avotina, E. Sprugis, A. Trimdale-Deksne, J.M. Leys, R. Knitter, A. Zarins

“…To determine the exact temperatures of the phase transitions and evaluate the influence of thermal treatment on the crystal structure, chemical bond vibrations, and microstructure of the ACB pebbles before irradiation, several other relevant physico-chemical analytical methods were applied: differential scanning calorimetry/thermogravimetry (DSC/TG), powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) technique, attenuated total reflectance – Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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