Composites in high-pressure hydrogen storage: A review of multiscale characterization and mechanical behavior by Imen Feki, Mohammadali Shirinbayan, Samia Nouira, Robert Tie Bi, Jean-Baptiste Maeso, Cedric Thomas, Joseph Fitoussi

“…Key failure mechanisms, such as matrix cracking, fiber breakage, and delamination, are explored to elucidate their progressive development and impact on the structural integrity of composites. The study also examines residual properties following dynamic loading to provide a comprehensive understanding of long-term performance under real-world conditions. …”
Get full text

A structural genomics approach to investigate Dystrophin mutations and their impact on the molecular pathways of Duchenne muscular dystrophy by Abdelbaset Mohamed Elasbali, Farah Anjum, Osama A. AlKhamees, Waleed Abu Al-Soud, Mohd Adnan, Anas Shamsi, Md. Imtaiyaz Hassan

“…BackgroundDystrophin is a key protein encoded by the DMD gene, serves as a scaffold linking the cytoskeleton to the extracellular matrix that plays a critical role in muscle contraction, relaxation, and structural integrity. Mutations, particularly single-point amino acid substitutions, can lead to dysfunctional Dystrophin, causing muscular dystrophies, with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) being the most severe form.ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effects of 184 single-point amino acid substitutions on the structure and function of Dystrophin using computational approaches.MethodsMany computational tools were used to predict the impact of amino acid substitutions on protein stability, solubility, and function. …”
Get full text

Automated Internal Defect Identification and Localization Based on a Near-Field SAR Millimeter-Wave Imaging System by Quoc Cuong Bui, Weizhi Lin, Qiang Huang, Gyung-Su Byun

“…Fast and cost-effective detection of internal defects is essential for structural integrity inspection in various applications such as manufacturing, construction, and aerospace. …”
Get full text

A novel ultra-high temperature ceramic composite coating prepared by high-speed laser cladding and pack cementation on Ta–W alloys for higher plasma ablation resistance above 2300... by Youjiang Zhang, Qiyao Deng, Yang Li, Pengfei He, Chuan Sun, Wengang Bu, Yue Xing, Yujun Cai, Xiubing Liang

“…This new coating was ablated at a heat flux density of 8.0 MW/m2 for 300 s at a surface temperature of 2300 °C, and the structural integrity of the coating was retained. The linear ablation rate of the coating is −0.67 µm/s. …”
Get full text

Experimental investigation on the seismic resistance of RC columns after acid rain corrosion by Lihua Niu, Shansuo Zheng, Junfeng Guan, Lielie Li, Haorui Xie, Shaohua Gao

“…Abstract Acid rain can significantly undermine the structural integrity and seismic resilience of concrete structures, posing substantial risks of catastrophic failures and jeopardizing safety. …”
Get full text

Enhancing Secure Medical Data Communication Through Integration of LSB and DCT for Robust Analysis in Image Steganography by Ramyashree, P. S. Venugopala, S. Raghavendra, Vijay S. Kubihal

“…The proposed DCT approach achieves a PSNR of 57.89 dB, SSIM of 0.9997, and MSE of 0.013, demonstrating minimal distortion and superior structural integrity. Robustness analysis shows that DCT outperforms the LSB method, consistently maintaining PSNR above 47 dB, MSE approximately zero, and SSIM at 0.99 across varying compression levels, image resolutions, and noise conditions. …”
Get full text

Thermal and ballistic characterization of epoxy matrix composites reinforced with babassu (Attalea speciosa) fiber: An experimental investigation by Lucas Moura Montenegro Reis, Pedro Henrique Poubel Mendonça da Silveira, Yago Soares Chaves, Rafael Travincas Pinto, Lucas de Mendonça Neuba, Sergio Neves Monteiro, Lucio Fabio Cassiano Nascimento

“…However, the 30 vol% fiber composites displayed greater damage tolerance and structural integrity, remaining intact after five successive impacts. …”
Get full text

Doxycycline-integrated silk fibroin hydrogel: preparation, characterizations, and antimicrobial assessment for biomedical applications by Kranti Kiran Reddy Ealla, Chandra Sri Durga, Vikas Sahu, Neema Kumari, Jayachandran Venkatesan, Vishnu Priya Veeraraghavan, Pratibha Ramani, Kiran Kumar Bokara, Karthikeyan Ramalingam

“…Results The results indicated that the SF-DH hydrogel maintained its structural integrity, tolerated stress and strain, and featured interconnected pores, confirming DH integration within the SF matrix. …”
Get full text

Numerical Prediction of Fatigue Life for Landing Gear Considering the Shock Absorber Travel by Haihong Tang, Panglun Liu, Jianbin Ding, Jinsong Cheng, Yiyao Jiang, Bingyan Jiang

“…Due to the complexity of the landing gear’s (LG) structural integrity and its loads under various static or dynamic working conditions, the fatigue life assessment for LG is a highly challenging task. …”
Get full text

Blue light irradiation combined with low-temperature storage further enhances postharvest quality of strawberries through improving antioxidant defense and cell wall metabolic acti... by Wei Lu, Wanqing Li, Keke Zhao, Xiaofeng Bai, Yuchang Zhang, Qingyun Li, Zhanjun Xue, Xin-Xin Wang

“…Meanwhile, BL irradiation also mitigated the activity of cell wall-degrading enzymes, thereby reducing the degradation rates of protopectin (PP), cellulose (CEL), and hemicellulose (HCEL), while maintaining the structural integrity of cell walls. According to fuzzy mathematics analysis, the membership function values for BL irradiated postharvest strawberries at different storage temperatures ranked as follows: BL + 8 °C (0.60) > BL + 22 °C (0.52) > 8 °C (0.46) > 22 °C (0.36). …”
Get full text

Synergistic Antibacterial Action of Norfloxacin-Encapsulated G4 Hydrogels: The Role of Boronic Acid and Cyclodextrin by Monica-Cornelia Sardaru, Irina Rosca, Simona Morariu, Elena-Laura Ursu, Alexandru Rotaru

“…We systematically investigated how varying the number of free boronic acid moieties (ranging from two to six), along with guanosine and β-CD content, influences both the structural integrity and antimicrobial efficacy of these materials. …”
Get full text

Short-Time High-Oxygen Pre-Treatment Delays Lignification of Loquat (<i>Eriobotrya japonica</i> Lindl.) During Low-Temperature Storage by Runlei Kou, Mengfei Peng, Jiaxuan Zheng, Shuangdi Hou, Linyuan Ma, Xia Liu

“…Meanwhile, 80% SHOP improved the antioxidant enzyme system and maintained the structural integrity of the cells. Furthermore, SHOP retained the color and suppressed decay and weight loss and the decline in the soluble solids content (SSC) and titratable acidity (TA). …”
Get full text

Mechanical properties of Portland cement concrete mixed with different doses of recycled brick powder and steel fiber by Mohammad Mohtasham Moein, Ali Mohtasham Moein, Ashkan Saradar, Sam E. Rigby, Hassan Tazari, Moses Karakouzian

“…The rationale for these percentages stems from balancing material recycling potential with maintaining concrete structural integrity, with RBP serving as a partial cement replacement to reduce environmental impact and material waste. …”
Get full text

Lentinan's effect on gut microbiota and inflammatory cytokines in 5-FU-induced mucositis mice by Xiaoxiao Zhang, Liang Wang, Asif Iqbal Khan, Ata Ur Rehman, Kavish Hasnain Khinsar, Yi Xin

“…Furthermore, LT reduced intestinal mucositis by increasing the length and structural integrity of the colon. Furthermore, increased expression of tight junction proteins (ZO-1, Claudin-1), mucin-2, and an increase in the number of goblet cells all confirmed our previous findings. …”
Get full text

Biomechanics in bone regeneration and mechanobiology in osteoblasts: Fundamental concepts and recent progress by Wenbin Cai, Yaya Huo, Yu Liu, Yan Su, Haobo Guo, Lijie Wang, Bin Li, Ting Liang

“…Bone is a hard, dynamically active tissue that continually rebuilds and maintains its mineral balance and structural integrity. Multiple mechanical properties of bone determine its ability to deform and fracture under load, as well as provide stable support and durability during motion. …”
Get full text

Elevated-temperature performance of alkali-activated nano concrete: The role of sustainable nanomaterials by R. Samuvel Raj, G. Prince Arulraj, N. Anand, Balamurali Kanagaraj, Eva Lubloy, Paul Joseph

“…In comparison to conventional Portland cement (OPC), AAC demonstrates superior fire resistance, ensuring structural integrity in elevated temperature environments. …”
Get full text

Effects of Glycerol Monooleate on Improving Quality Characteristics and Baking Performance of Frozen Dough Breads by Haocheng Liu, Jiguo Yang, Yujuan Xu, Jing Wen, Jinfeng Zhou, Zhijie Xu, Jian Li, Xueke Sun, Weili Si

“…These findings highlight MO’s potential in terms of enhancing frozen dough quality by maintaining the moisture balance and structural integrity during storage, offering a practical approach to improving bakery product quality.…”
Get full text

Effectiveness of three biomimetic remineralization procedures in artificial caries-affected dentin – an in-vitro pilot study by Rosário Costa, Sofia Arantes-Oliveira, Lisete Fernandes, Fábio G. Figueiras, João Cardoso Ferreira, Paulo Ribeiro de Melo

“…Objectives: Biomimetic remineralization strategies offer promising paths for managing caries- affected dentin by restoring its morphology and structural integrity. This pilot study aimed to assess the morphological and structural changes in dentin following two chemical artificial caries-affected dentin (ACAD) protocols, evaluate the effects of three biomimetic remineralization procedures (BRPs) on dentin structure, and determine the most effective ACAD-BRP combination. …”
Get full text

Coral histology reveals consistent declines in tissue integrity during a marine heatwave despite differences in bleaching severity by Elisa Kruse, Kristen T. Brown, Katie L. Barott

“…Histology samples were quantified for: (i) abundance of mesenterial filaments, (ii) tissue structural integrity, (iii) clarity of epidermis, and (iv) cellular integrity (lack of necrosis/granulation) on a 1–5 scale and averaged for an overall tissue integrity score. …”
Get full text

The interplay of ferroptosis and oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of aortic dissection by Zhaoshan Zhang, Zhaoshan Zhang, Zhaoshan Zhang, Haichao Wang, Haichao Wang, Haichao Wang, Xi Kan, Xi Kan, Xi Kan, Xiaozhao Zhang, Xiaozhao Zhang, Xiaozhao Zhang, Senping Xu, Senping Xu, Senping Xu, Jie Cai, Jie Cai, Jie Cai, Jiawei Guo, Jiawei Guo, Jiawei Guo

“…In AD, ferroptosis worsens the damage to vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) and endothelial cells (ECs), thereby weakening the vascular wall’s structural integrity and accelerating the onset and progression of the condition. …”
Get full text