Al6061 Hybrid Metal Matrix Composite Reinforced with Alumina and Molybdenum Disulphide by G. Pitchayyapillai, P. Seenikannan, K. Raja, K. Chandrasekaran

“…In this evolution, an attempt has been made to investigate the wear rate of Al6061 hybrid metal matrix composite reinforced with the hard ceramic alumina (4, 8, and 12 wt.% of Al2O3) and soft solid lubricant of molybdenum disulphide (2, 4, and 6 wt.% of MoS2) is fabricated by using stir casting method. …”
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Densification of hydroxyapatite/zirconia nanocomposites fabricated via low-temperature mineralization sintering process and their mechanical properties by Yeongjun Seo, Shiori Nawa, Tomoyo Goto, Sunghun Cho, Tohru Sekino

“…These results suggest that LMSP enables the incorporation of reinforcing ceramic materials with high sintering temperatures into bioactive materials at significantly lower temperatures, thereby improving their properties.…”
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Construction materials obtained by valorising mineral waste of red mud and mining tailings - performance and impact by Adriana Cuciureanu, Bogdan Adrian Stanescu, Georgiana Cernica, Gheorghe Cristian Serbanescu

“…The new construction materials (mortars, respectively ceramic materials), by substituting the silico-aluminous component from the basic raw material of the classic construction materials were obtained. …”
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Continuous Production of Docetaxel-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Using a Coaxial Turbulent Jet Mixer with Heating System by Hyeon Su Lim, Won Il Choi, Jong-Min Lim

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Removal of an Aural Foreign Body by Magnetism by Emily Prentice, Emily Bartlett, Jonathan S. Ilgen

“…Recognizing the metallic nature of the AFB, the clinician held a ceramic donut magnet adjacent to the patient’s ear and subsequently extracted the AFB without complication or patient discomfort. …”
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Effect of Various Preparation Designs on Pull-Out Bond Strength of Endocrown by Naveen Thangarasu, K. Vijay Venkatesh

“…Background: The endocrown is described as monobloc ceramic component. The pull-out bond strength acts as a real-life scenario of failure that occurs in endocrown. …”
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Retention and Clinical Performance of Zirconia Crowns: A Comprehensive Review by Fatemeh Soleimani, Hamid Jalali, Azam Sadat Mostafavi, Somayeh Zeighami, Maryam Memarian

“…Outstanding mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and excellent aesthetics make zirconia-based crowns as a popular crown among the current all-ceramic crowns in restorative dentistry. However, restoration with a zirconia crown is a challenging treatment. …”
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Modeling of Functionally Graded Material Shells by Khalil Sihame, Elmhaia Oussama, Hamdaoui Abdellah, Braikat Bouazza, Hu Heng, Boukamel Adnane, Damil Noureddine

“…By applying this robust algorithm within the framework of Kirchhoff-Love theory, we analyze how the properties of FGM shells vary smoothly from metal at the base to ceramic at the surface, crucial for applications in aeronautics and civil engineering where stability under load is paramount. …”
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Investigation of Mechanical, Tribological, and Electrical Properties of Silk Reinforced Polymeric Composite by Chikesh Ranjan, Gautam Sarkhel, Kaushik Kumar

“…From the economic perspective, the proposed composite is suitable for a wide range of applications in industries as well as this can be utilized as an alternate source of traditionally used floor tiles currently using ceramic materials. Also, the proposed composite has a biodegradable characteristic that is completely in accordance with the demand and consciousness involved in environmental and ecological perspectives.…”
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Strategic Resource Extraction and Recycling from Waste: A Pathway to Sustainable Resource Conservation by Inna Pitak, Anastasiia Sholokhova, Arūnas Baltušnikas, Rita Kriūkienė

“…SR was a viable alternative to WLC in ceramic bricks, as SEM-EDS and FTIR analyses revealed changes in composition and microstructure. …”
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Sandwich structures with TPMS core and printed circuit board faces by Gustavo Ferreira Malta, Pedro Henrique dos Santos Alves, Manuel Barcelos Júnior

“…These faces are called laminates and are made of thermosetting materials such as fiberglass and epoxy resin, composites, or ceramic materials. The objective of this paper is to produce sandwich panels, with a core based on the TPMS architecture. …”
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The Synthesis of Anatase Nanoparticles and the Preparation of Photocatalytically Active Coatings Based on Wet Chemical Methods for Self-Cleaning Applications by Dejan Verhovšek, Nika Veronovski, Urška Lavrencic Štangar, Marko Kete, Kristina Žagar, Miran Ceh

“…The synthesized anatase nanoparticles were characterized using various techniques, such as X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and were tested in coatings for self-cleaning glass and ceramic surfaces. The coatings were prepared using a soft chemistry route and are completely transparent to visible light and exhibit a high photocatalytic effect, which was determined by contact-angle measurements. …”
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STUDI IDENTIFIKASI PASANGAN COMMERCIALLY PURE TITANIUM DAN UHMWPE UNTUK APLIKASI MATERIAL IMPLAN LUTUT by Firman Maulana Rusdi, Arini Dwi Cahyani

“…Implants can be made from metal, polymer, and ceramic. The biomaterial implant identification process includes X-Ray Diffraction analysis, hardness and tensile testing. …”
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An Investigation of Joining Polyamide (PA) to Stainless Steel AISI 316L by Hot Press Process by Osamah Sabah Barrak, Osamah Fattah Taresh, Mahmood Mohammed Hamzah, Rusul Ahmed Shakir

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Improvement of Mechanical Characteristics on Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Surface through Zinc Oxide Atomic Layer Deposition Film by Minpyo Hong, Kyungmin Kim, Yongnam Song

“…These results suggested that ALD ceramic coatings with organic layers may become a potential solution for realizing a wear-resistant protection coating for the polymer compartment of joint prostheses.…”
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Experimental Analysis of Fuzzy Gain-Scheduled PID Controller With a Feedforward Compensator for an Ultra-Precise Piezoactuated Micropositioning Stage by Hussain Kahil, Irfan Ahmad, Yasser Bin Salamah

“…The piezoactuated micropositioning stage discussed in this study employs an all-ceramic insulation and a flexure-guide mechanism. …”
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Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry by Olivia Lili Zhang, Iris Xiaoxue Yin, Ollie Yiru Yu, Kenneth Luk, John Yun Niu, Chun Hung Chu

“…Lasers are also utilized to accelerate bone regeneration, promote adhesive strength, and remove ceramic brackets. In summary, laser technology has significantly impacted contemporary dentistry by facilitating early diagnosis, minimally invasive treatments, and precise operative procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes and expanding the scope of dental practice.…”
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Elastic Modulus of Osteoporotic Mouse Femur Based on Femoral Head Compression Test by Chang-soo Chon, Hui-suk Yun, Han Sung Kim, Cheolwoong Ko

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Case Study: LCA Methodology Applied to Materials Management in a Brazilian Residential Construction Site by João de Lassio, Josué França, Kárida Espirito Santo, Assed Haddad

“…This study also points out that, for this type of Brazilian construction, ceramic materials account for a high percentage of the mass of a total building and are thus responsible for the majority of environmental impacts.…”
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Tailoring the grain boundary structure and chemistry of the dendrite-free garnet solid electrolyte Li6.1Ga0.3La3Zr2O12 by Rae-Hyun Lee, Chea-Yun Kang, Jong-Kyu Lee, Bong-Soo Jin, Kyong-Nam Kim, Hyun-Soo Kim, Jung-Rag Yoon, Seung-Hwan Lee

“…The electrochemical properties strongly depend on the characteristics of the grain boundaries and pores in the oxide–ceramic electrolyte. Currently, the main issue of LGLZO is its large grain boundary resistance due to high-temperature sintering. …”
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