A creep constitutive model for Inconel 718-BNi2 brazed joints incorporating the dynamic interplay between dislocations and γ'' precipitate phases by Rui Zhao, Xin shun Diao, Zong peng Tian, Xiaotong Liu, Min Wan

“…To investigate the creep performance and failure mechanisms of Inconel 718-BNi2 brazed joints under intermediate-temperature and high-stress conditions, this study employs SEM, EBSD, and TEM for microstructural characterization. The results indicate that as the applied load decreases, the fracture mode changes from mixed fracture to brittle fracture, with a critical point near 570 MPa. …”
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Investigation of high-temperature wear behaviour of Mo-alloyed SS316 laser claddings deposited by LDED for heat exchanger tubes by C.R. Aprameya, Sharnappa Joladarashi, M.R. Ramesh

“…Microstructural evolution, wear mechanisms, and oxide formation were comprehensively analyzed using FE-SEM, XRD, EDS, and Raman spectroscopy, while surface topography was assessed with 3D non-contact profilometry. …”
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Experimental Study on Silt Stabilization Using Alkali-activated Rice Husk Ash Geopolymer by XU Hong, WANG Xu, CHEN Wei, ZHANG Yue-lin, LI Bo-han

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) was used to analyze the composition of hydration products, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was employed to characterize the microstructural evolution, systematically revealing the “activation-cementation-strengthening” mechanism.…”
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Effect of preweld conditions on the strain ageing cracking susceptibility of IN939 superalloys heat affected zone by Jilin Xie, Changhao Geng, Jiazhe Song, Yuhua Chen, Shanlin Wang, Peng He

“…The SAC sensitivity influencing factors including microstructure evolution, phase precipitation behavior of IN-939 superalloys were analyzed by electron probe micro analyzer (EPMA)、in-situ and exit-situ TEM test. …”
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Effect of thermal history on the fracture and fatigue behaviors of semi-crystalline polymers prepared via material extrusion additive manufacturing by Ava M. Lea, Khaled Matalgah, Arief Yudhanto, Trevor J. Fleck

“…However, the effect of thermal history on the resultant microstructure and damage tolerance of MEX-AM materials is not fully understood. …”
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Machine Learning-Driven Prediction of Wear Rate and Phase Formation in High Entropy Alloy Coatings for Enhanced Durability and Performance by S. Sivaraman, N. Radhika, Muhammad Abubaker Khan

“…High Entropy Alloys (HEAs) are widely recognized for their excellent microstructure and properties, enhancing their effectiveness in surface modification through coatings techniques. …”
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GH4096 superalloy high-temperature oxidation and corrosion behaviors by Amin Wang, Jingjie Dai, Rui Fu, Hongxia Zhang, Caixia Sun, Dan Li

“…To evaluate the stability and adaptability in complex marine environments, high-temperature oxidation, hot corrosion with NaCl–Na2SO4 deposits, and high-low temperature alternating corrosion behaviors of GH4096 superalloy were investigated in this work, along with the microstructure evolution and corrosion kinetics. …”
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Design and Research on the Preparation of Pervious Concrete Using Carbonized Steel Slag as a Full Component by Xiao Chen, Kai Zhang, Benren Wang, Zhiqiang Wu, Mingkai Zhou

“…The results demonstrate that when CaO and MgO contents reached 5% and 15%, respectively, the 28d compressive strength of mortar increased by 134.49% compared to the reference group. Microstructural analysis confirmed that CaO reacted to form CaCO₃ crystals, while MgO enhanced strength by regulating CaCO₃ crystal morphology to optimize product structure. …”
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Experimental study on fracture properties of steam-cured high-strength concrete by Xiaoqian Wang, Xinyang Li, Yuzhi Chen, Wenlei Xu, Xi Zuo

“…The activity of the HSC fracture process was reflected by the AE ringing count, and the damage evolution law of the fracture process was evaluated using the b -value. …”
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Micro-Mechanism of Strength for Cement-Treated Soil Based on the SEM Experiment: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis by Liyang Xu, Riqing Xu, Qingfeng Lin, Guohui Feng, Chang Yuan, Zhi Ding

“…Investigating the microstructure of cement-treated soil provides a fundamental understanding of its strength evolution. …”
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Multiscale Characterization of Thermo-Hydro-Chemical Interactions Between Proppants and Fluids in Low-Temperature EGS Conditions by Bruce Mutume, Ali Ettehadi, B. Dulani Dhanapala, Terry Palisch, Mileva Radonjic

“…This study systematically investigates the response of commercial proppants to coupled thermo-hydro-chemical (THC) effects, focusing on chemical stability and microstructural evolution. Four proppant types were evaluated: an ultra-low-density ceramic (ULD), a resin-coated sand (RCS), and two quartz-based silica sands. …”
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Phase Stability and Solidification of 9Cr-ODS Alloys for Wire Additive Manufacturing: A Computational Approach by Sarah Najm Al-Challabi, Ali Samer Muhsan, Thar Mohammed Badri, Mohammad Shakir Nasif

“…While these materials offer remarkable thermomechanical properties, challenges remain in optimizing their phase stability and microstructural evolution during additive manufacturing processes such as Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) and Plasma Additive Manufacturing (PAM). …”
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Synthesis, Structure, and Electrophysical and Electrochemical Properties of Novel Composite La_0.9MnO₃-LaFeO₃ by Mukhametkali Mataev, Zamira Sarsenbaeva, Bahadir Keskin, Marzhan Nurbekova, Amangeldi Meldeshov, Zhanar Tursyn, Karima Seitbekova

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed a polycrystalline, biphasic perovskite structure combining both hexagonal and cubic symmetry. The microstructure and elemental composition, examined using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), indicated an average particle size of approximately 186.9 nm. …”
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Crystalline plasticity in isotactic polypropylene below and above the glass transition temperature by G. Polt, F. Spieckermann, H. Wilhelm, Ch. Fischer, E. Schafler, S. Bernstorff, M. Zehetbauer

“…The diffraction patterns were evaluated by the Multi-reflection X-ray Profile Analysis (MXPA) method, revealing microstructural parameters such as the density of dislocations and the size of coherently scattering domains (CSD-size). …”
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One-Part Alkali-Activated Slag/Fly Ash for Soft Soil Stabilization: Freeze-Thaw Durability Assessment and Mechanism Elucidation by Li Liu, Mengjie Yuan, Xiyao Zheng, Jun Wu

“…Mass loss, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), and pH value were conducted to assess soil deterioration and structural integrity under freeze-thaw conditions. Additionally, microstructure analysis was conducted using scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry (SEM-EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) to analyze hydration product formation and internal structure characteristics. …”
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Effect of Li content on precipitation behavior and mechanical properties of Al–Cu–Li alloys under aging treatment by Pengcheng Chen, Xiwu Li, Kai Wen, Ying Li, Qilong Liu, Chenyang Xun, Wei Xiao, Bin Zhou, Lizhen Yan, Zhihui Li, Yongan Zhang, Baiqing Xiong

“…The alloys were studied through hardness testing, tensile property evaluation, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), three-dimensional atom probe (3DAP) analysis and density functional theory (DFT) calculations to establish correlations between microstructural evolution and mechanical performance. …”
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Enhancing the nutritional profile of purple sweet potato flour through fermentation with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum InaCC B157: A functional food perspective by Tiurma Pasaribu, Yati Sudaryati Soeka, Novik Nurhidayat, Suciatmih Suciatmih, Titin Yulinery, Evi Triana, Tri Ratna Sulistiyani, Ninik Setyowati, Desty Dwi Sulistyowati, Dwi Ningsih Susilowati

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Mechanical and transportation characteristics of gangue geopolymer aggregate slurry by Shibin ZHU, Xiaodong WANG, Boqiang WU, Chen XU, Xiaoyu HU, Ganggang XU, Le HAN, Yuehong ZHANG

“…By controlling aggregate particle size and content, uniaxial compressive strength tests, low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to analyze the mechanical properties, pore distribution, and microstructure of the cured slurry. Additionally, rheological tests and slump flow tests were conducted to evaluate the transport characteristics of the slurry. …”
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Supramolecular Co-Assembled Fmoc-FRGDF/Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogel for Quercetin Delivery: Multifunctional Bioactive Platform by Xian-Ni Su, Yu-Yang Wang, Muhammed Fahad Khan, Li-Na Zhu, Zhong-Liang Chen, Zhuo Wang, Bing-Bing Song, Qiao-Li Zhao, Sai-Yi Zhong, Rui Li

“…Furthermore, the impact of Que co-assembly on the microstructural evolution and physicochemical properties of the hydrogel was characterized. …”
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Influence of N₂ Flow Rate on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of TAlN Coatings Deposited on 300M Substrate and Nitrocarburized Layer by Shiwei Zuo, Qinghua Li, Zhehang Fan, Xiaoyong Tao, Xiangjie Wang, Hui Xie, Qianqian Shen, Tianshi Jia, Hongyan Wu

“…The coatings were fabricated under three N₂ flow rates (30, 90, and 150 sccm), with microstructure evolution, elemental composition, and phase transitions analyzed using SEM, EDS, AFM, and XRD. …”
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