Effects of Cu content and Sintering temperature on microstructure and mechanical properties of SiCp/Al-Cu-Mg composites through experimental study, CALPHAD-type simulation and mach... by Wei Yang, Yiwei Wang, Xiaozhong Huang, Shuhong Liu, Peisheng Wang, Yong Du

“…The samples were sintered between 570 and 620 °C. The microstructures and mechanical properties of the composites were systematically studied. …”
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Wedge‐Like Microstructure of Al2O3/i‐Ti3C2Tx Electrode with “Nano‐Pumping” Effect for Boosting Ion Diffusion and Electrochemical Defluoridation by Junce Wang, Jinfeng Chen, Ningning Liu, Jingjing Lei, Hong‐Wen Gao, Fei Yu, Fanghui Pan, Jie Ma

“…Herein, an integrated strategy of micro‐regulation interlayer space and in situ modification of MXenes is proposed to enhance ion storage kinetics. The wedge‐like microstructure of aluminum oxide/incomplete‐Ti3C2Tx MXene (Al2O3/i‐Ti3C2 Tx) is constructed by incomplete etching MAX and in situ derivation of A‐layer element, in which the sub‐nanoscale interlayer space is conducive to the small size ions intercalation, and the formation of “nanopump‐like” effect boosted the ions diffusion. …”
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Reactive magnesia and magnesium oxychloride cement treatments for mechanical enhancement of marl soil by Mohamed Harun, Umair Ali, Mubashir Aziz, Mohamed Abdulqadir Mohamed, Hammad R. Khalid, Shamsad Ahmad, Asad Hanif

“…To address these challenges, marl soil specimens were treated with varying dosages of RMC and MOC, and the resulting improvements were evaluated through a series of mechanical and microstructural tests. The mechanical properties assessed included Unconfined Compressive Strength, Elastic Modulus, toughness, and failure strains, while the microstructural changes were investigated using X-ray Diffraction and Scanning Electron Microscopy. …”
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Enhancing steel slag cement mortar performance under low-temperature curing through alkali activation: mechanisms and implications by Wei Ye, Tengteng Feng, Wangwen Sun, Lauren Y. Gómez-Zamorano

“…The effective utilization of steel slag waste offers a sustainable approach to advancing construction materials, particularly in cold regions. …”
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Hybrid fibre reinforcement of limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) mortar: An approach to optimised strength and fire resistance performance by Asmaa A. Selim, H. Shoukry, Mohamed S. Saif, Gamal E. Abdelaziz

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Applications of bamboo fiber and bamboo stem ash with styrene butadiene rubber in cement mortar for sustainable structural application by Prem Kumar Vagestan, Manikandan Periyasamy, V. Vasugi

“…This issue is further intensified by the overuse of traditional construction materials and the environmental concerns linked to their production, particularly the high levels of carbon dioxide emissions. …”
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Effects of Low-Temperature Environment on the Mechanical Properties and Crystal Characteristics of Alkali-Slag-Cementitious Materials by Guodong Huang, Chengcheng Wang, Houmin Mei, Fengan Zhang, Qi Lu, Yonghao Huang, Zijian Chen

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Application of high-strength ECC in the repair and reinforcement of deep vertical shaft lining by Haibing Cai, Long Zang, Shi Hu, Xiaofang Li, Changqiang Pang, Qianqian Wu

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Marble and Glass Waste Powder in Cement Mortar by Mamaru Yenesew Alemu, Mitiku Damtie Yehualaw, Wallelign Mulugeta Nebiyu, Mulu Derbie Nebebe, Woubishet Zewdu Taffese

“…The growing demand for cement in construction contributes significantly to environmental degradation due to its high energy consumption and carbon emissions. …”
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Impact of Microwave Pre-Curing on Pore Structure and Environmental Performance of Metakaolin- and Fly Ash-Based Geopolymers by Yanhui Dong, Mohamed R. El-Naggar, Runhui Gao, Yefan Li, Yixin Zhao

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Structure and Corrosion Resistance of Aluminum Coating with Choline Chloride Ionic Liquid on the Surface of AZ80Ti Magnesium Alloy for Construction by ZHANG Zhao-fang, LI Kui, ZHANG Lei-shun

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The morphology and histology of a juvenile Sinokannemeyeria from the Middle Triassic Ermaying Formation of Shanxi, North China by Li-juan Xie, Jian Yi, Jian-ru Shi, Zhi-shuai Kang, Shi-chao Xu, Run-fu Wang

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Developing thermal insulation cement-based mortars with recycled aggregate in accordance with net zero principles by Pavlović Marko, Terzić Anja, Dojčinović Marina, Radulović Dragan

“…It was established that cordierite and talc filler in amounts up to 20% enhance microstructural packing and mechanical strengths due to improved cementation and therefore contribute to cavitation erosion resistance. …”
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Influence of Termite Hill Soil as a partial cement replacement in mortar production by Melkie Gedamu Tebabal, Begashaw Worku Yifru, Ephrem Melaku Getachew, Mitiku Damtie Yehualaw

“…Various physical, chemical, fresh, mechanical, durability and microstructural properties were studied. The findings indicate that THS possesses pozzolanic properties. …”
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Effect of Phase Structure on the Properties of Additively Manufactured NiTi Alloy Based on Molecular Dynamics Simulation by Tianxiang Zhao, Jiankang Huang, Huayu Zhao, Rui Xiang, Xueping Song, Ding Fan

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Nano-TiO₂-treated recycled aggregate-based photocatalytic mortar: Efficient NOx removal and mathematical modeling across diverse operational scenarios by Xue-Fei Chen, Xiu-Cheng Zhang, Xiangping Xian, S Thomas Ng

“…The findings mark a significant advancement in using RA in construction, contributing to sustainable development in the built environment.…”
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Lightweight concrete containing recycled aggregates by Ahmed Anees Ahmed

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A generalized mechanical blocking criterion for the columnar-to-equiaxed transition during additive manufacturing by Christopher A. Hareland, Maria-Ioanna T. Tzini, Florian Hengsbach, Gregory B. Olson, Peter W. Voorhees

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Hot Deformation Behavior and Processing Maps of Vapor-Phase-Grown Carbon Nanofiber Reinforced 7075Al Composites by Mengying Zhu, Zhefeng Xu, Junhua Wu, Satoshi Motozuka, Caili Tian, Jianglong Gu, Jinku Yu

“…This study analyzed the microstructural evolution of the VGCNF/7075Al composites during the thermomechanical processing. …”
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The effect of construction moisture content on the mechanical, shear and environmental characteristics of clay stabilized with cement and CS: A micro and macro study by Sansan Matajinimvar, Asskar Janalizadeh Choobbasti, Saman Soleimani Kutanaei

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