Synergistic Effects of Thermal Cycles and Residual Stress on Microstructural Evolution and Mechanical Properties in Monel 400 and AISI 316L Weld Joints by Balram Yelamasetti, Sri Phani Sushma, Zubairuddin Mohammed, Hussain Altammar, Mohammad Faseeulla Khan, Syed Quadir Moinuddin

“…The findings highlight the impact of thermal distribution, residual stress, and microstructural evolution on weld performance, providing insights into optimized welding parameters for improved joint integrity and mechanical properties.…”
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Microstructural, textural evolution and mechanical properties of NiV7 alloy after severe cold rolling and annealing treatment for sputtering application by Linqing Yang, Hongyan Wang, Shiqi Li, Zhiqiang Yang, Han Xiao, Ming Wen

“…These findings demonstrate that appropriate annealing can effectively tailor the microstructure and mechanical properties of cold-rolled NiV7 alloy sheets, thereby optimizing their performance as sputtering targets. …”
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Influence of Waste Glass Powder as a Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM) on the Mechanical Properties, Expansion, Environmental Impact, and Microstructure of Cementitious Mor... by Mahdi Bameri, Mohammad Mohammadhasani, Alireza Khaloo, Ashraf Ashour, Morteza NikKhah

“…Microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) reveals denser calcium silicate hydrate (C‐S‐H) crystals and refined pore structures in GP 30% and GP 40% mortars. …”
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Multiscale microstructure evolution and its influencing mechanism on yield strength and toughness of a newly high strength martensitic stainless bearing steel by Zhenzhen Chen, Yanfei Cao, Hongwei Liu, Zhipo Zhao, Dianzhong Li

“…The multiscale microstructure of a new type of high-strength martensitic stainless steel (HSMSS) used in aerobearings under different solid-solution temperatures is quantitatively characterized. …”
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Effects of different Si content and Sr addition on microstructure characteristics and mechanical properties of cast Al-Si-Cu-Mg-Mn alloys by Xinxin Ma, Jiaqi Pei, Yanpeng Pan, Liwen Chen, Jinzhong Tian, Hua Hou, Jibo Hou, Yuhong Zhao

“…Additionally, 0.08 wt% Sr element is added to the Al alloys with different Si content to evaluate the relevant modification effect on the microstructure characteristics and mechanical properties of Al-xSi-3Cu-0.6Mg-0.6Mn casting alloys. …”
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Effect of discharge parameters on surface integrity and microstructure in electro discharge layering of Ni–Cr composite coating on AA2024 aluminium alloy by C. Asokan, U. Elaiyarasan, Malinee Sriariyanun, P. Baranitharan, S. R. Kalaivani

“…This study concluded that the composite electrode and optimal parametric settings play a crucial role in enhancing DR and SR.…”
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Effect of combined V and Ti microalloying on the microstructure and mechanical properties of TRIP-aided bainitic ferrite steel during industrial continuous annealing by Zhixiang Liu, Xiao Hu, Tao Xie, Haoqing Zheng, Guanqiao Su, Yang Jin, Hua Fan, Hui Wang, Xuefei Huang

“…According to the findings of this study, although co-microalloying with V and Ti effectively refines PAGs and facilitates precipitation strengthening, excessively fine PAGs are detrimental to the formation of a high-strength lath bainite microstructure. Therefore, in industrial production, the addition amounts of V and Ti should be carefully optimized to ensure an appropriate grain refinement.…”
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Understanding the development of mechanically and thermally induced white layers in AISI 52100 steel during hard turning: Process-microstructure-property relationship by Sahith Kokkirala, Uta Klement, Jonas Holmberg, Hirotsugu Iwasaki, Juan Manuel Bello Bermejo, Stefan Kimming, Seyed B. Hosseini

“…With optimal cutting conditions, surfaces develop nanocrystalline microstructures with high compressive stresses, known as mechanically induced white layers (M-WLs). …”
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Rheology, mechanical properties and microstructure characterization of limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) incorporated sustainable lightweight self-compacting concrete by Snigdhajit Mukherjee, Rajesh Kumar, Monalisa Behera, Arpit Goyal, Md Reyazur Rahman

“…Moreover, the significant reduction in fresh density by 35% (as compared to control mix) and the measurement of thermal conductivity through transient-state method explain the anisotropic structure effect of silicate layers in the heterogeneous LC3 system. A Microstructure study was employed to understand the contribution of secondary calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H), chemical interaction of metakaolin, and interfacial transition zone (ITZ) through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Effect of pulse frequency on the microstructure and properties of laser cladding layer of AlCoCrFeNiMo high entropy alloy by Wei Zhao, Xiang Li, Jinpeng Bi, Shuai Li, Chuanxin Fang, Hui Zhang, Song Gao, Yuexia Lv, Guangchun Xiao

“…Additionally, the impact of pulse frequency on the microstructure and properties of HEA cladding layers was examined and compared with CW cladding layers. …”
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Thermodynamic calculation-assisted design of 500 MPa high performance steel by machine learning by Weiyi Gong, Jinshan He, Fan Wang, Xitao Wang

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Evaluating the impact of mine tailings wastes on the development of sustainable Ultra High Performance Fiber Reinforced concrete by Osama Zaid, Mohd Ahmed, Ahmed. M. Yosri, Talal. O. Alshammari

“…X-ray diffraction analysis demonstrates a reduction in peak intensities, marking a transition from crystalline to more amorphous structures with increasing mine tailings content. The improved microstructural characteristics, such as reduced porosity and enhanced hydration stability, contribute to the material’s long-term durability and mechanical performance, making it a viable option for sustainable construction practices.…”
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Improved strength-plasticity in a lean duplex stainless steel through multiple cold rolling and short-term annealing by Jiale Zhang, Yumeng Zhang, Laizhu Jiang, Xiangyong Xiao, Qingmao Kong, Xiaodong Wang, Kolan Madhav Reddy

“…This study offers valuable insights for optimizing alloy heat treatment and rolling process selection for such DSS.…”
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Investigation on the Bending Mechanism of Single-Crystal Copper Under High Bending Rates via Molecular Dynamics by Peng Wu, Pengyue Zhao, Zhengkun Li, Jianwei Wu, Jiubin Tan

“…The findings reveal a significant correlation between the bending rate and the hinges’ plastic deformation and microstructural evolution, indicating the presence of a critical bending rate. …”
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Role of dynamically precipitated long-period stacking ordered (LPSO) plates on the creep behavior of hot-extruded Mg–Zn–Y alloys with multimodal microstructure by Takahiro Mineta, Wataru Bando, Soya Nishimoto, Naoaki Tsunekawa, Daisuke Takahashi, Hiroyuki Sato, Koji Hagihara, Michiaki Yamasaki

“…These findings highlight the necessity of optimizing alloy concentration and microstructural morphology to enhance the high-temperature performance of Mg alloys.…”
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Effects of a Welding Wire Containing Er or Sc on the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Corrosion Resistance of the 5xxx Aluminum Alloy MIG Joint by Cunwei Zou, Ruizhi Wu, Xinhe Yang, Zhikun Ma, Legan Hou

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The effects of hatch spacing and stripe offset on the surface morphology and microstructure of biomedical 316 L stainless steel formed by laser powder bed fusion by Bohuai Xiao, Chenglin Zhou, Baolong Liu, Wenchao Cai, Qizhen Xue, Liqi Jin, Yuhang Wang, Cailong Liu, Qi Zhang, Hao Pan

“…Surface roughness, three-dimensional morphology, and microstructural evolution were quantitatively characterized using a digital microscope with extended depth of field and scanning electron microscopy, whereas the surface mechanical properties were evaluated through Vickers hardness testing. …”
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Assessments and investigation of process parameter impacts on surface roughness, microstructure, tensile strength, and porosity of 3D printed polyetherether ketone (PEEK) materials by Shimelis Tamene Gobena, Abraham Debebe Woldeyohannes

“…This study investigates the influence of key process parameters on the surface roughness, microstructure, tensile strength, and porosity of Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK), a high-performance thermoplastic used in dental prosthetics. …”
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Microstructural, Electrochemical, Mechanical, and Biocompatibility Characterization of ReN Thin Films Synthesized by DC Sputtering on Ti6Al4V Substrates by Willian Aperador, Giovany Orozco-Hernández, Jonnathan Aperador, Jorge Bautista-Ruiz

“…The coatings were evaluated for their microstructural and mechanical properties. Additionally, the biocompatibility and electrochemical properties of the films were studied using Hanks’ lactate solution at 37 °C. …”
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Residual stress release and corresponding microstructural changes in high-energy impact-modified GH4169 after aging at 425 °C and 650 °C by Qiang Wang, Shixiang Shuai, Guoxin Lu, Bonnie Attard, Rongyao Ma, Shuang Gao, Arif Rochman, Glenn Cassar

“…By elucidating the link between stress relaxation and microstructural changes, this research offers a theoretical foundation for optimizing surface-strengthening processes and setting optimal operational temperatures for advanced structural materials.…”
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