Physically simulated heat-affected zones of 2101 lean duplex stainless steel: microstructure, corrosion behavior, and DICTRA® analysis at different cooling rates by C.L. Kugelmeier, R. Silva, G.S. Vacchi, M.V.G. Rodrigues, S.F. Rodrigues, D.C.C. Magalhães, R. Magnabosco, C.A.D. Rovere

“…The effect of cooling rates on microstructure evolution and pitting corrosion resistance of the Gleeble®-simulated heat-affected zones (HAZs) of UNS S32101 lean duplex stainless steel (LDSS 2101) was studied. …”
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Microstructure quantitative analysis of multi-scale pores in C/SiC composites via micro-CT for revealing correlations with interlaminar shear properties by Wenhan Qu, Yintang Wen, Yuyan Zhang, Bo Liang

“…The conventional indicator porosity cannot characterize detailed pore structure characteristics. To accurately evaluate effects of multi-scale pores on composites or components properties, a modified fractal dimension analysis strategy is proposed to quantify the microstructure characteristic parameters of pores such as porosity, pore size and distribution, etc, using micro-computed tomography images (Micro-CT) images. …”
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Determination of heat input impact on residual stress, microstructure and mechanical characteristics of welded ferrite-pearlite (α-P) steel joints by using taguchi optimization app... by Nagaraju Doredla, Senthil Kumar N

“…The weld quality was evaluated using non-destructive evaluations. Residual stress was tensile near the weld and transitioned to compressive further from the root. …”
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Experimental Study on the Strength Characteristics of Modified Guilin Red Clay by Wenwu Chen, Zhigao Xie, Jiguang Chen, Mengyao Hong, Xiaobo Wang, Haofeng Zhou, Bai Yang

“…Consolidation undrained triaxial tests and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to evaluate the strength characteristics and microstructural changes in modified clay specimens with varying dosages. …”
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Preparing an Entry For The Turkish Learner's Dictionary by Mehmet Gürlek

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MICROSCOPICAL EXPLORATION OF POND ASH-INDUCED COMPRESSED INTERLOCKING BRICKS by Gaurav Udgata, Kaliprasanna Sethy, Amaresh Tripathy, Kirtikanta Sahoo, Dipti Ranjan Biswal

“…To counter this issue this study evaluates the compressive strength and microstructural characteristics of pond ash-induced compressed interlocking bricks made using fly ash, pond ash, quarry dust, and varying amounts of lime and cement. …”
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Effect of Steam Explosion Pretreatment on Nutritional and Antioxidant Properties of Rapeseed Oil by HUANG Ying, ZHENG Chang, ZHOU Qi, LIU Changsheng, LI Wenlin

“…In this study, rapeseed seeds were subjected to steam explosion pretreatment (0.4–1.4 MPa) and then cold-pressed into oil. The microstructures of the untreated and treated seeds were characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and the quality of rapeseed oil was comprehensively evaluated by measuring fatty acid profiles, functional components, and antioxidant capacity. …”
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Characterization of biocomposite films made from carboxymethyl cellulose, okra mucilage, and black cumin seed (Nigella sativa) oil by Response Surface Methodology by Fariba Shekar, Afshin Javadi, Sodeif Azadmard-Damirchi, hamed hamishehkar

“…FE-SEM analysis revealed that for all films, microstructural irregularities increased with higher concentrations of OM and BSO. …”
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Mechanisms and Strength Characteristics of Bio-based Solidified Lightweight Red Sandstone Residual Soil by WEN Shu-jie, XU Chang-yi, HUANG Xiang, HUANG Ying-hao, FU He-lin

“…Additionally, its mechanical properties were evaluated through slow shear tests and uniaxial compression tests. …”
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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.Macroscopic fracture surfaces evidences were characterized by the lack of any significant plastic deformations and by the presence of symmetry compared to the servo actuator axis. …”
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Research on the damage evolution law of iron tailing sand based foam concrete under cyclic loading by Xiaoli Du, Liping Zhu, Yanyan Li, Haowei Wang, Kai Xu

“…The hysteresis curve, fatigue strength, loading-residual strain, energy evolution and microstructure were investigated and analyzed, taking into account the influencing factors of different iron tailing sand contents. …”
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Dispersoid evolution in Al–Zn–Mg alloys by combined addition of Hf and Zr: A mechanistic approach by V. Wessely, U. Töpfer, I. Basu, R.E. Schäublin, S. Pogatscher, P.J. Uggowitzer, J.F. Löffler

“…The microstructure was assessed using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and atom probe tomography (APT), and the mechanical response was evaluated by hardness testing. …”
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Engineering characteristics of high-weight aged BOFs-dredged soil backfill for port structure: Shear properties, unit weight, strength, and microstructure characteristics by Jung-goo Kang, Gyeong-o Kang

“…The study utilized aged, aggregate type BOFs and a small amount of cement as the primary binder, along with marine dredged clay soil as the main matrix, to evaluate the frictional properties, unit weight, microstructure, and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) behavior. …”
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Characterization and Failure Analysis of Solder Joints in Ball Grid Array (BGA) Components Using Cross-Section, Dye and Pry, and Microstructural Etching Techniques by G.F.R.C. Pádua, L.F.S. Figueiredo, G.S. Rocha, J.S.M. Junior, J.S. de Oliveira, R.S. Barboza, A.C. Kieling, J.C. Macêdo Neto

“…The research highlights the importance of destructive testing for evaluating solder joint reliability, preventing failures in electronic components.…”
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Microstructure and phase stability of C-doped AlCoCrFeNi2.1 eutectic high-entropy alloys at 600 °C by Y.S. Wang, J.Q. Yao, D.X. Wang, S.R. Li, Y. Shi, Z.H. Yin, X.P. Dong, X.W. Liu

“…However, the phase stability of the alloy remains uncertain. This study evaluated the microstructure and phase stability of both the as-cast AlCoCrFeNi2.1 EHEA and its C-doped counterpart, (AlCoCrFeNi2.1)97C3, at 600 °C. …”
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Effect of Printing Orientation Angle and Heat Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Binder-Jetting-Printed Parts in 17-4 PH Stainless Steel by Iacopo Bianchi, Archimede Forcellese, Pietro Forcellese, Tommaso Mancia, Chiara Mignanelli, Michela Simoncini, Tommaso Verdini

“…Scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy was used to observe the fracture surfaces and microscopical defects on the binder jetting printed parts to evaluate the fracture mechanisms. It was demonstrated that printing orientation angles do not affect the mechanical properties of 3D-printed parts, while a significant improvement in the microstructure and mechanical properties is observed after the H900 heat treatment.…”
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Microstructural, Electrochemical, Mechanical, and Biocompatibility Characterization of ReN Thin Films Synthesized by DC Sputtering on Ti6Al4V Substrates by Willian Aperador, Giovany Orozco-Hernández, Jonnathan Aperador, Jorge Bautista-Ruiz

“…Thin films of ReN were synthesized by DC sputtering at different nitrogen pressures (120, 140, 160, and 180 mTorr) on silicon and Ti6Al4V substrates. The coatings were evaluated for their microstructural and mechanical properties. …”
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Effect of Milling Time on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of HfB2-ZrB2-TiB2 Sintered via SPS by A. Masdar, Z. Balak

“…X-ray diffraction was employed for phase identification. Microstructural studies were performed using a scanning electron microscope. …”
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On the Optimization of T6 Heat Treatment Parameters of a Secondary Al-Si-Cu-Mg Foundry Aluminum Alloy: A Microstructural and Mechanical Characterization by Mattia Merlin, Lorenzo Antonioli, Federico Bin, Cindy Morales, Chiara Soffritti

“…Microstructural analysis by light microscopy (LM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), together with Brinell hardness testing, was also carried out to assess the effects of heat treatment parameters. …”
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The Use of Common Bean and Mesquite Pods Flours as Partial Substitute of Semolina, Impact of Their Proteins and Polysaccharides in the Physical, Chemical, and Microstructural Chara... by Alejandro Pérez-Lozano, José-Alberto Gallegos-Infante, Manuel Humberto Chaírez-Ramírez, Nuria-Elizabeth Rocha-Guzmán, Martha Rocío Moreno-Jiménez, Luz-Araceli Ochoa-Martínez, Ignacio Villanueva Fierro, Verónica Loera Castañeda, Luis Medina-Torres

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