Application of shot peening to improve fatigue properties via enhancement of precipitation response in high-strength Al–Cu–Li alloys by Michal Jambor, Libor Trško, Ivo Šulák, Filip Šiška, Sara Bagherifard, Mario Guagliano, Zuzana Florková

“…The effects of different treatments based on combined ageing and severe shot peening on residual stresses, hardness, microstructural characteristics, and fatigue properties were evaluated and critically discussed. …”
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Investigation of mechanical properties of AlSi3Cr alloy by M. Tocci, A. Pola, L. Montesano, GM. La Vecchia, M. Merlin, GL. Garagnani

“…In the present paper, microstructural and mechanical properties of an innovative AlSi3Mg alloy were studied. …”
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Long-Term Performance of Mortars with Combined Incorporation of Ladle Furnace Slag and Metakaolin by Tayná Silva, Everton Souza, Eduardo Mariano, Gisleiva Ferreira, Wislei R. Osório

“…Both the fresh and hardened states at 28 and 180 days are evaluated, and the resulting microstructural characteristics and constituent phases are also examined. …”
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Spark plasma sintering of a novel Mg-0.7Ca alloy: A comprehensive study by Parisa Golmohammadi, Behzad Nayebi, Ahmad Bahmani, Nader Parvin, Woo Jin Kim

“…The effects of process parameters such as sintering time and additive type on the microstructural evolutions, phase arrangements, and mechanical and physical properties of the consolidated materials were investigated through various characterization techniques. …”
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Investigation of bioactivity, biocompatibility, and antibacterial properties of a hydroxyapatite-enhanced nanocomposite for dental applications by Xin Yan, Ali ebrahimi, Reza Mohammadi, Mona Mohajeri Tehrani, Pardis Chaboki, Mohammed Mustafa, Almustafa Alhumadi, I. B. Sapaev, Ahmed Hjazi, Khadije Yousefi, Mojdeh Yousefi

“…Specimens containing 0, 10, and 20 weight% (W%) hydroxyapatite were subjected to assessment utilizing the MTT assay for cytotoxicity, the Gilmore needle for measuring setting time, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) for microstructural and phase analyses, as well as antibacterial evaluations against Enterococcus faecalis (PTCC 1394). …”
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Application of Conductive Materials to Asphalt Pavement by Hai Viet Vo, Dae-Wook Park

“…The main scope of this study is to evaluate the impact of conductive additives on the heating efficiency. …”
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A New Sustainable Approach to Enhancing the Subtractive Process in the Additive–Subtractive Hybrid Manufacturing of AISI H13 Dry Machining by Hiva Hedayati, Maryam Aramesh

“…The results of our research show a 65% reduction in force, a 50% reduction in tool wear, and a reduction in microstructural changes during machining while maintaining dry machining.…”
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Physically-based constitutive model and dynamic recrystallization behavior of AISI 4330V mod. Alloy steel under hot working conditions by Jungmin Lee, Sungryul Kim, Byoungkoo Kim, Donghwan Kim

“…Finally, macro- and microstructural analyses were conducted to evaluate internal defects, material flow characteristics, and recrystallized microstructures of the compressed specimens. …”
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Comparison of Various Nitriding Process of M 50 NiL Steel by B. Venkatesh, C. Antil Kumar Reddy, M.S.K. Deepak, M. Roy

“…In view of the above, M 50 NiL steel was nitrided by the processes mentioned above. Microstructural characteristics, mechanical properties, sliding wear response in unidirectional and reciprocation mode were evaluated. …”
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Optimizing hybrid fiber concrete: an experimental analysis of steel and polypropylene fiber composites using RSM by Muhammad Aftab Khan, Qaiser uz Zaman Khan

“…Specifically, the study evaluates workability, compressive strength, split tensile strength, and microstructural characteristics using x-ray radiography and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). …”
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Floquet amorphous topological orders in a one-dimensional Rydberg glass by Peng He, Jing-Xin Liu, Hong Wu, Z. D. Wang

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Inverted internal limiting membrane flap and scleral buckling for retinal detachment with macular hole by Yu-Pei Chen, Yung-Jen Chen

“…However, as confirmed on OCT, the microstructures did not recover in most cases.…”
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Optimising 3D-printed carbon fibre composites using machine learning: Balancing strength and efficiency by José Humberto S. Almeida, Jr., Guilherme Ferreira Gomes

“…Among the seven ML models evaluated, artificial neural networks (ANNs) achieved the highest predictive accuracy (9.2% for strength, 14.7% for time). …”
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Application of waste tire recycled steel fibers in concrete for an eco-friendly and sustainable construction approach in China by Kunkun Han

“…This study investigates the microstructural and mechanical properties of WTRS fiber-reinforced concrete, offering useful insights for the construction sector. …”
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Enhancing the performance of iron-based binders with seawater and CO2 sequestration by V Chandralega, M Shanmugasundaram, David Stone

“…The samples were cured under controlled CO2 conditions and evaluated through compressive strength tests, and microstructural analysis, XRD, and FTIR results. …”
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Rapid Assessment of the Fatigue Limit Using an Iterative Algorithm Applied to Intrinsic Dissipation by Luca Santoro, Raffaella Sesana, Francesca Maria Curà

“…The results demonstrate good agreement between predicted and experimental fatigue limits, particularly in additively manufactured materials with complex microstructures. This method offers a cost-effective and time-efficient solution for evaluating the fatigue performance of materials produced via additive manufacturing. …”
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Activated Bentonite for Physical, Mechanical, and Durability Properties of Concrete—A Review by Tsion Amsalu Fode, Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande, Thomas Kivevele

“…Therefore, the present study detail reviewed the effect of activated bentonite at different heating temperatures and replacement doses of bentonite on the durability, physical, mechanical, and microstructural properties of concrete. Also, environmental and economic beneficiary of employing activated bentonite in concrete is evaluated. …”
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Sol–Gel Synthesis and Comprehensive Study of Structural, Electrical, and Magnetic Properties of BiBaO₃ Perovskite by Faouzia Tayari, Kais Iben Nassar, João Pedro Carvalho, Sílvia Soreto Teixeira, Imen Hammami, Sílvia Rodrigues Gavinho, Manuel P. F. Graça, Manuel Almeida Valente

“…In this study, BiBaO₃ perovskite was successfully synthesized via the sol–gel method and thoroughly characterized to evaluate its structural, microstructural, dielectric, electrical, and magnetic properties. …”
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Sustainable replacement of asbestos ceiling boards with boards produced from rice husk-marble dust-polystyrene matrix by Abdulganiyu Sanusi, Emmanuel Eberechukwu Ndububa, Adekunle Akanni Adeleke, Edwin Reuben Ade, Ifeyinwa Ijeoma Obianyo, Idris Mohammed, Olaolu Oyinlola Bilewu

“…This study explores a sustainable alternative by developing marble-rice husk ceiling boards (MRCB) from rice husk and marble dust, using polystyrene glue derived from waste polystyrene dissolved in premium motor gasoline as a bonding agent. The samples were evaluated for water absorption, fire resistance, nail pull-out strength, and microstructural properties in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and British standards. …”
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Integrating machine learning with advanced processing and characterization for polycrystalline materials: a methodology review and application to iron-based superconductors by Akiyasu Yamamoto, Akinori Yamanaka, Kazumasa Iida, Yusuke Shimada, Satoshi Hata

“…As a proof of concept, a researcher- and data-driven process design methodology is applied to a polycrystalline iron-based superconductor to evaluate its bulk magnet properties. Finally, future challenges and prospects for data-driven material development and iron-based superconductors are discussed.…”
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