Biological control of postharvest spoilage and diseases in apples caused by pathogens, using plant extracts in collaboration with a chitosan-based coating by Samira Shokri, Marzieh Yeganegi, Mahsa Alikord, Alieh Rezagholizade-shirvan

“…To investigate the microstructural changes of chitosan-based (Ch) coatings caused by the addition of free extract (Ex), analyses of total soluble solids, pH, lesion diameter, and organoleptic properties were conducted. …”
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Stochastic reynolds equation for magnetohydrodynamics micropolar fluid and surface roughness in squeeze-film lubrication characteristics of rough parallel rectangular plates by B.S. Asha, H.M. Shivakumar, B.N. Hanumagowda, Jagadish V. Tawade, Barno Abdullaeva, Manish Gupta, Murali Gundagani, Taoufik Saidani, Nadia Batool

“…The findings offer valuable insights for designing advanced lubrication systems in engineering applications where microstructural effects and magnetic fields are present.…”
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Enhancing mechanical and thermal properties of epoxy-based polymer matrix composites through hybrid reinforcement with carbon, glass and steel by Surendernath Purna, Rao Pothamsetty Kasi V., Satish Kumar Manduva Venkata

“…The results demonstrate that hybrid composites exhibit improved microstructural integrity, reduced voids, and enhanced interfacial bonding compared to individual fiber-reinforced composites. …”
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One-step synthesis of Bi/CeVO4/Cu4O3 nanocomposite by hydrothermal method and investigation of its photocatalytic performance in desulfurization of dibenzothiophene by Mohammad Ghodrati, Mehdi Mousavi-Kamazani

“…According to the analysis results, cerium vanadate and copper oxide nanostructures were formed on bismuth microstructures. Then, the photocatalytic performance of the as-synthesized products in the desulfurization of dibenzothiophene was evaluated under visible light irradiation for one hour. …”
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Mechanical response and mechanisms of titanium foam with different porosities under static and impact loading by Hao Zhang, Linwei Li, Shicheng Wei, Yujiang Wang, Lei Guo, Bo Wang, Xinyang Wang, Yi Liang

“…Microscopic analysis was conducted to investigate the impact failure mechanisms of titanium foams with varying porosities, and the contributions of different microstructural factors to strain-rate strengthening were quantitatively evaluated. …”
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Effect of chemical segregation on accuracy of local lattice distortions determination by pair distribution functions by Yao Hu, Sheng Guo, Magnus Hörnqvist Colliander

“…In this study, the effect of chemical segregation on LLD quantification was investigated through fitting simulated two-phase composite PDFs, representing segregated microstructures, with a single-phase model and evaluating the errors to assess the accuracy and reliability of small-box analysis in this context. …”
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Durability assessment of vacuum-infused GFRP laminates and I-beams in marine environments by Xinqiang Xi, Shaojie Zhang, Zhi-hao Hao, Peng Feng, Fei Zhao

“…Tensile and compressive tests on laminates at different fiber orientations were conducted to evaluate anisotropic degradation, while flexural tests on I-beams evaluated component degradation. …”
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Stability of whey protein isolate–chitosan Pickering emulsions and their application in mayonnaise by Zhen Tian, Huaizhou Jin, Xiaoxiao Shang, Qifei Ma, Weihong Wang, Shangzhong Jin

“…This study provides a rapid method for evaluating the stability of food systems, offering potential applications in the food industry.…”
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On the natural attenuation of leaching hexavalent chromium by ambient-soil and associated health-risks: characterization and adsorption studies by Shreya Ganguly, Sayantan Ganguly

“…To obtain deeper insights, Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT) is utilized to evaluate the lithological features of the study area, complemented by advanced characterization techniques to analyse the soil’s microstructural characteristics and chemical constituents. …”
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Compositional criteria to predict columnar to equiaxed transitions in metal additive manufacturing by Ryan Brooke, Duyao Zhang, Dong Qiu, Mark A. Gibson, Mark Easton

“…Efforts are focused on designing alloy compositions to achieve fully equiaxed microstructures, thereby eliminating the mechanical anisotropy commonly associated with the large columnar grains in additively manufactured alloys. …”
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An Impact of Prolonged Electrolysis on the Electrochemical Performance and Surface Characteristics of NiFe-Modified Graphite Electrodes for Alkaline Water Electrolysis by Mateusz Kuczyński, Tomasz Mikołajczyk, Bogusław Pierożyński, Mirosław Bramowicz, Sławomir Kulesza

“…The electrodes were evaluated for changes in surface morphology and composition using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). …”
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Performance and Mechanism Analysis of an Anti-Skid Wear Layer of Active Slow-Release Ice–Snow Melting Modified by Gels by Yuanzhao Chen, Zhenxia Li, Tengteng Guo, Chenze Fang, Peng Guo, Chaohui Wang, Bing Bai, Weiguang Zhang, Haobo Yan, Qi Chen

“…By replacing a conventional coarse aggregate with salt-storing ceramsite in SMA-10 graded mixtures (0–80% content), we systematically evaluate its mechanical performance and de-icing functionality. …”
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Modification of wheat bran insoluble and soluble dietary fibers with snail enzyme by Xin Liu, Keke Suo, Pei Wang, Xue Li, Limin Hao, Jiaqing Zhu, Juanjuan Yi, Qiaozhen Kang, Jinyong Huang, Jike Lu

“…Meanwhile, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis indicated the microstructures of IDF and SDF powders were significantly changed. …”
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Ex vivo study of Porcine esophagus magnetic resonance imaging with a compact endoluminal coil by Siyue Zhang, Hanchao Pan, Yue Teng, Guangzheng Li, Huabin Zhu, Yonggang Li, Rui Li

“…To address this, we developed a compact endoluminal magnetic resonance (Endo-MR) coil equipped with a balloon and evaluated its imaging performance on pig esophagi. …”
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Ultrasonic Processing and Its Impact on the Rheology and Physical Stability of Flaxseed Fiber Dispersions by Maria-Carmen Alfaro-Rodríguez, Maria-Carmen Garcia-González, José Muñoz

“…Ultrasonic homogenization is an emerging technique with significant potential to modify the structure and functionality of food ingredients. This study evaluated the effect of ultrasonic homogenization on the rheological behavior and physical stability of aqueous dispersions of flaxseed fiber. …”
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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

“…Structural characterization by FTIR, and SEM showed that okara promoted starch-protein-lipid complex formation and created porous networks that effectively encapsulated starch granules. These microstructural modifications were functionally significant, as dynamic rheological confirmed improved dough elasticity (G′ increased) at low okara concentrations. …”
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Tackling Microbial Contamination: Safesink Solution with Silver-Coated Microspheres by Eulalia Zumaquero, David Terrado, Rosa de Llanos, Marina Puerta, Rocío Cejudo, María Pilar Gómez-Tena

“…Ceramic and vitreous materials can be functionalized to exhibit biocidal activity. This research evaluates the biocidal properties of silver-modified vitreous microspheres designed to be included in water endpoints and siphons to prevent nosocomial diseases produced in hospital environments. …”
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Stability and vibration analyses of tapered columns resting on one or two-parameter elastic foundations by Masoumeh Soltani, Foudil Mohri

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A Novel Approach to Quantitatively Account on Deposition Efficiency by Direct Energy Deposition: Case of Hardfacing-Coated AISI 304 SS by Gabriele Grima, Kamal Sleem, Alberto Santoni, Gianni Virgili, Vincenzo Foti, Marcello Cabibbo, Eleonora Santecchia

“…The work focuses on the relationships between process parameters, microstructural features, and mechanical properties. A total of sixteen process parameter combinations were studied, varying laser power and scanning speed to establish optimal deposition conditions and to evaluate coating morphology, surface topology, dilution behavior, and mechanical performance. …”
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Cognitive impairment and vulnerability of cholinergic brain network in the Alzheimer’s continuum: free-water imaging based on diffusion tensor imaging by Simin Zhao, Yuting Nie, Lulu Wen, Xinzuo Qin, Liyuan Huang, Changbiao Chu, Miao Qu, Miao Qu

“…The cholinergic brain network is a key hub for cognitive function, and microstructural changes detected by free water imaging in this system may be associated with cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). …”
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