The Evolution of Concrete Microstructure and Chloride-Ion Diffusion Coefficient Under Cyclic Axial Compression by Qingzhang Zhang, Mengzhe Zhao, Li Song, Yuhang Yang, Jiaming He

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The Influence of Graphene Oxide on the Performance of Concrete: A Quantitative Analysis of Mechanical and Microstructural Properties by Christhian Benavente, Anjhinson Romero, Jorge Napa, Alexis Sanabria, Yanett Landivar, Leo La Borda, Pablo Pezo, Abel Muñiz, Marco Muñiz

“…Microstructural analysis revealed a 16.28% reduction in pore and crack size, which directly contributes to improved structural integrity by enhancing matrix densification and reducing potential crack propagation. …”
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Microstructural Analysis and Radiological Characterization of Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Aluminosilicate Waste and Metakaolin by Nataša Mladenović Nikolić, Aleksandar Kandić, Jelena Potočnik, Nemanja Latas, Marija Ivanović, Snežana Nenadović, Ljiljana Kljajević

“…In this paper, we evaluate physico-chemical properties, microstructure, and radiological environmental impacts when wastes that contain elevated levels of naturally occurring radionuclides (NORs) such as fly ash and wood ash are made into “green cements” such as AAMs. …”
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Integration of Arc and Microstructural Analysis for Anomaly Detection in Walls Manufactured by GMA-Based WAAM by Lucas J. E. B. Santos, Joyce I. V. Souto, Igo J. S. Azevedo, Walman B. Castro, Jefferson S. Lima, João M. P. Q. Delgado, Renato A. C. Santana, Ricardo S. Gomez, André L. D. Bezerra, Antonio G. B. Lima

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Strength development and microstructural characterization of eco-cement paste with high-volume fly ash by Lanh Si Ho, Le Van Quang, Dan-Thuy Van-Pham, Trong-Phuoc Huynh

“…Manufacturing cement is one of the construction activities that produces a large amount of CO2 emissions. …”
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Intelligent Song Recognition via a Hollow‐Microstructure‐Based, Ultrasensitive Artificial Eardrum by Shaopeng Li, Jiangtao Tian, Ke Li, Kemeng Xu, Jiaqi Zhang, Tingting Chen, Yang Li, Hongbo Wang, Qiye Wu, Jinchun Xie, Yongjun Men, Weiping Liu, Xiaodan Zhang, Wenhan Cao, Zhongjie Huang

“…Overall, the results highlight the outstanding performance of the hollow‐microstructure‐based sensor, indicating its potential applications in human–machine interaction and wearable acoustical technologies.…”
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Influence of polyurethane-precursor-based reactive modifier on microstructure and micromechanical properties of bitumen by finite element simulation by Pengfei Liu, Chaoliang Fu, Zengyao Lin, Kaloyan Ganchev, Tianshuai Li, Hossein Nowamooz

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Unraveling the microstructural evolution of cement paste in different zones after CO2 curing and subsequent hydration by Congcong Ma, Lingling Yang, Xuedan Luo, Jingbo Wang, Wei Guo, Bei Li, Linwen Yu, Changhui Yang

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Enhancing mechanical performance and microstructure of reactive powder concrete through optimization of high-temperature curing regimes by Muhammad Abid, Shayan Zeb, Muhammad Kamal Shah, Sheraz Muhammad, Maaz Osman Bashir, Hamad Almujibah, Ali E.A. Elshekh, Kennedy C. Onyelowe

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Strength and microstructural evaluation of sustainable geopolymer mortars using calcium carbonate sludge and fly ash as precursors by Menglim Hoy, Soe Thandar, Suksun Horpibulsuk, Avirut Chinkulkijniwat, Apichat Suddeepong, Apinun Buritatum, Teerasak Yaowarat, Teerat Tesanasin, Jitwadee Horpibulsuk, Mantana Julvorawong

“…The incorporating calcium carbonate sludge (an underutilized industrial by-product) as a novel calcium-rich precursor with fly ash resulted in a sophisticated hybrid binding system containing both N-A-S-H and C-A-S-H gels, creating more homogeneous microstructures. Microstructural analysis revealed denser matrices at higher NaOH concentrations, particularly in specimens containing both fly ash and calcium carbonate sludge. …”
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Carbonation of lightweight alkali-activated aggregates based on biomass fly ash: Effect on microstructure and leaching behavior by Anže Tesovnik, Lisbeth M. Ottosen, Vilma Ducman

“…The results were evaluated with regard to the effects on the macro- and microstructural properties as well as on the leaching behavior. …”
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Mechanical properties and microstructure of low carbon high-strength engineered cementitious composites with supplementary cementitious material by Shuangquan Qing, Chuanxi Li

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Design of sound absorbers based on open-cell foams via microstructure-based modeling by Van-Hai Trinh, Thien-Van Nguyen, Thi-Hai-Nhu Nguyen, Minh-Tan Nguyen

“…Effects of microstructure factors on the acoustic performance of open-cell foams can be characterized numerically by a microstructure-based approach. …”
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Compression properties, processing maps, and microstructure evolution of rapidly solidified ZK60 alloy by Zhenshuai Li, Shuai Bao, Chao Yang, Yungui Chen

“…The constitutive equation, derived from the Arrhenius model, revealed an average activation energy of 112.26 kJ mol ^−1 at peak stress. Processing maps, constructed using the dynamic material model, identified two suitable processing regions: region Ⅱ at 270–340 °C and 0.01–0.1 s ^−1 , and region Ⅳ at 350–400 °C and 0.1–1 s ^−1 . …”
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Multiscale construction of wave-absorbing carbon nanomaterials by Tong Wu, Song Bi, Hao Li, Ruihua Xing, Jun Yang, Xuanyu Liu, Zhuoxun Li

“…In this paper, we comprehensively and deeply discuss the multi-scale construction of carbon nano-absorbent materials, and elaborate on the design strategy and research progress from the micro-, meso- and macro-levels. …”
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Study on mechanical properties and microstructure of ultra-high performance concrete containing waste glass powder by Yi Zhao, Bin Meng, Xiaosan Yin, Qinglu Li

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Mechanical properties and microstructure of plant fiber reinforced BFS-MS geopolymer: an orthogonal design approach by Zunquan Zhu, Zunquan Zhu, Dongming Chang, Dongming Chang, Yong Zhu, Jie Li, Kai Zhang, Haifeng Lu

“…This study provides theoretical and technical foundations for MS utilization and fiber-reinforced geopolymer design in sustainable construction practices.…”
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Eco-friendly alkali-activated nano concrete: Impact of nano-GGBFS on mechanical and microstructural properties by Samuvel Raj R, G. Prince Arulraj, N. Anand, Balamurali Kanagaraj, Eva Lubloy

“…To address this issue, the construction industry is focusing on reducing CO2 emissions while improving the strength and microstructure of concrete through the use of nanomaterials (NM). …”
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Effect of heat treatment on microstructure and mechanical properties of Mg-Gd-Y-Zn-Zr alloy by Xiaoya Chen, Dongzhen Wang, Quanan Li, Yi Xiong, Kaikai Tian, Peijun Chen

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Finite element simulation of bacterial self-healing in concrete using microstructural transport and precipitation modeling by Ajitanshu Vedrtnam, Kishor Kalauni, M. T. Palou

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