Hydroforming Process for an Ultrasmall Bending Radius Elbow by Shangwen Ruan, Lihui Lang, Yulong Ge

“…However, fabricating a thin-walled elbow part using the simple bending process poses many challenges. One possible way to manufacture elbows is with the stamping-welding process. …”
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Advancement in Fixation Techniques for Osteoporotic Bone: A Narrative Review by Abhinandan Reddy Mallepally, Harshit Dave, Kalidutta Das

“…Osteoporosis, characterized by reduced bone mineral density and compromised bone microstructure, significantly increases the risk of low-impact fragility fractures, particularly in the spine. …”
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Electrodeposition of Nickel onto Polymers: A Short Review of Plating Processes and Structural Properties by George W. Thompson, Mohammad J. Mahtabi

“…In addressing the unique challenges posed by non-conductive polymers, this review compares emerging methods like silver conductive paint, highlighting differences in deposition time, surface resistivity, and environmental impact. …”
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The evolution of S-nitrosylation detection methodology and the role of protein S-nitrosylation in various cancers by Feng Liang, Min Wang, Jiannan Li, Jie Guo

“…The reversibility of SNO modifications also poses a challenge when verifying changes in the biological functions of proteins. …”
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Progress and prospect of nuclear waste solidification by synroc by WANG Yue, CHEN Diyun, KONG Lingjun*

“…Due to its long half-life, nuclear waste poses long-term environmental hazards. Constructing multiple barriers is a safe and effective measure for the disposal of nuclear waste, mitigating the environmental risks it poses. …”
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Impact of Nano-Silica, Cationic Polyacrylamide, and Cationic Starch on Long Fiber Utilization in Recycled Paper Production by Jafar Ebrahimpour Kasmani, Ahmad Samariha

“…However, the introduction of long fibers increased air resistance and decreased water absorbency, which could pose challenges in printing and machine operation. …”
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Exploring the effect of friction stir welding parameters on the strength of AA2024 and A356-T6 aluminum alloys by Ibrahim Sabry

“…Nevertheless, conventional fusion welding of these aluminium alloys poses significant challenges. This work focuses on examining the mechanical and microstructure characteristics of Alloys made of high-strength aluminium, AA2024, and A356-T6, using the Friction Stir Welding (FSW) process. …”
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Study on the Rheological Properties of High Calcium Desulfurization Ash–Slag-Based Paste Backfill Material by Weigao Ling, Jun Chen, Wenbo Ma

“…., high calcium desulphurization ash, HCDA) and the growing safety risks posed by the increasing number of underground mine goafs generated by mining activities have become serious environmental and geotechnical challenges. …”
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Advancements in the application of optical coherence tomography in hepatopancreatobiliary systems: a comprehensive review by Liming Yao, Ying Pan, Jiang Yu, Kaiming Leng

“…In recent studies, OCT has demonstrated remarkable capabilities in overcoming challenges posed by stents, inflammation, and fibrosis, setting it apart as a versatile diagnostic adjunct. …”
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Dual-porosity approach: heat transfer and heat storage processes in porous media by Aron Kneer, Anastasia August, Eduard Alesi, Andreas Reiter, Gert Rehner, Michael Wirtz, Melanie Esslinger, Arnd Hendrik Koeppe, Stéphan Barbe, Britta Nestler

“…Aquifers, with their irregular shapes and variable permeability, exhibit anisotropic flow resistances that affect mass and heat transfer, posing challenges for modeling. The dual-porosity model is used as a numerical approach to calculate macroscopic heat transfer without explicitly resolving the structure. …”
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Microbial-induced mineral carbonation: A promising approach for improving Carbon sequestration and performance of steel slag for its engineering utilization by Jue Li, Qingmeng Hou, Xinqiang Zhang, Xiaobin Zhang

“…Steel slag, a by-product of steel production, accumulates in large quantities and poses significant environmental risks due to heavy metal ion content. …”
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Research on ignition criterion and combustion behavior of aluminum alloy for lithium battery by Xiuping Ding, Xi Wang, Chenhui Zhu, JinMeng Hu, Minheng Xu, Minyu Ma, Jinfeng Huang

“…Abstract Thermal runaway represents a critical factor of catastrophic failure in power battery systems, posing significant safety risks in electric vehicle applications. …”
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Bio-inspired widening concrete using cellulose nanofiber to enhance multiscale Fiber–Matrix interface by Kun Wang, Jinjun Guo, Jinjin Wang, Donghui Qi, Yuanxun Zheng, Shaowei Hu

“…The cracking issue at the bonded interface due to the differing shrinkage performances of newly poured concrete and existing concrete poses a significant threat to the safe service of composite structures. …”
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Development and Performance Analysis of Coconut Coir Waste-Based Recycle Papers for Cooling Pad Applications by Agus Dwi Anggono, Agung Setyo Darmawan, Agus Yulianto

“…Paper is an essential material in daily life, yet its widespread use contributes significantly to waste, which poses environmental hazards. In Indonesia, paper waste is one of the most substantial types of solid waste. …”
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Optimization and characterization of edible film made from glucomannan porang (Amorphophallus oncophyllus) and plasticizer sorbitol by Ramadhan Arif, Lizar Deborah Patricia, Rahayoe Sri, Witasari Lucia Dhiantika

“…The objective is to address the challenges posed by gas permeability and lack of elasticity in glucomannan films, enhancing their overall functionality. …”
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Precision Electrochemical Micro-Machining of Molybdenum in Neutral Salt Solution Based on Electrochemical Analysis by Yuqi Wu, Guoqian Wang, Moucun Yang, Yan Zhang

“…Studies have shown that molybdenum exhibits a fast corrosion rate in alkaline or acidic solutions, posing significant environmental pressure. Therefore, this study investigates the electrochemical machining of molybdenum in neutral salt solutions to achieve high-precision microstructure fabrication. …”
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Brain fluid physiology in ischaemic stroke; more than just oedema by Kirsten G. Coupland, Merce Fuentes Amell, Neil J. Spratt

“…Mechanistic studies suggest that disruptions in arterial pulsatility, extracellular space microstructure, and aquaporin 4 localisation may underlie these changes. …”
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Investigation & analysis of Electrical Discharge Machining on Titanium Diboride Ceramic material with various Electrode materials and dielectric fluids by Karthik S, Sivakumar Annamalai

“…Titanium Diboride is a highly used material in aerospace industry due of its remarkable longevity. Its strength poses a problem to traditional machining methods. …”
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Experimental investigation of the properties of collapsible soil stabilized by colloidal silica by Fatemeh Bakhshandeh, Reza Noorzad, Bahram Ta’negonbadi

“…Abstract Collapsible soils pose significant geotechnical challenges due to their tendency to exhibit high strength under natural moisture conditions but undergo substantial settlement upon wetting. …”
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Understanding early-stage radiation damage in nuclear alloys through positron annihilation and semi-empirical modeling by Vladimír Kršjak, Yamin Song, Veronika Lučanská, Stanislav Sojak, Pavol Noga, Martin Petriska, Branislav Stríbrnský, Sofia Gašparová, Igor Neuhold, Matej Kubiš, Dušan Vaňa, Tielong Shen, Vladimír Slugeň, Jarmila Degmová

“…Abstract The recognition of the early stage of radiation aging and the aggregation of point defects into nanometric clusters pose significant challenges for nuclear structural materials. …”
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