Experimental and Numerical Study of Behavior of Additively Manufactured 316L Steel Under Challenging Conditions by Lenka Kunčická, Radim Kocich, Marek Pagáč

“…The determination of optimized post-processing conditions can advantageously be performed by combining experimental work and numerical simulations using the finite element method. …”
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Influence of continuous annealing on the interfacial compound evolution and mechanical behavior of hot-rolled titanium/steel composite plates by Zhenxiong Wei, Peng Huang, Qiang Gao, Xixi Su, Zhanhao Feng, Lin Peng, Jun Li, Yonghui Sun, Guoyin Zu

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Multi laser beams directed energy deposition of a high-strength and high-toughness TC11 titanium alloy with coaxial wire feeding by J.Q. Yao, Y.S. Wang, X.W. Liu, X.F. Chen, S.M. Chen, L. Hu, H.T. Liu, Y.H. Qian, Y. Cheng, B. Song, C.Z. Yan, Y.S. Shi

“…The combined effects of a lower thermal gradient and heterogeneous nucleation, resulting from coaxial wire feeding, are essential in refining the microstructure of materials used in coaxial WLDED. As a result, the fundamental mechanisms underlying microstructural evolution and the improvement of tensile properties through multi-laser beam WLDED with a coaxial processing head have been elucidated.…”
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Structural and mechanical modifications of hyper-eutectic Al–16Si alloy using friction stir processing by Basma El-Eraki, Mohamed M. El-Sayed Seleman, Ahmed El-Sissy, Abeer Eisa

“…The findings reveal substantial improvements in the alloy's microstructure and mechanical characteristics. At travel speeds of 26, 33, 42, and 52 mm/min, primary silicon (Si) particle sizes were reduced by 65.9%, 74.47%, 34.76%, and 81%, respectively, compared to the as-cast condition. …”
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Sustainable 3D printed concrete incorporating alternative fine aggregates: A review by Nusrat Jahan Mim, Faiz Uddin Ahmed Shaikh, Prabir Kumar Sarker

“…It investigates how different by-products used as sand substitutes affect the fresh, rheological, mechanical, and microstructural properties of the 3DPC. Furthermore, the review highlights research related to the durability and environmental impact of these modified 3DPC mixes. …”
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Understanding the performance improvement mechanism of Ti/steel clad plates fabricated by double-layered hot rolling by Yue Wu, Renhao Wu, Haiming Zhang, Tao Wang, Qingxue Huang, Hyoung Seop Kim

“…Through comprehensive microstructure characterizations and finite element method (FEM) analysis, we elucidated the influence of assembly configurations on microstructural evolution and mechanical properties. …”
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Effect of grain size on mechanical properties and tribological behavior of size-tunable high entropy diboride ceramics obtained by two-step SPS sintering by Yao Yang, Jianqiang Bi, Linjing Qiao, Guandong Liang, Shuyong Liang, Shushuai Liu, Shaoyin Wang, Hongyu Gong, Zhao Qian, Jinwang Shi, Weiqiang Li

“…In this study, highly dense (HfZrTaVNb)B2 ceramics with size-tunable microstructures were successfully synthesized by spark plasma sintering combined with an ingenious two-step strategy. …”
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Effect of Kudzu Flour on the Quality of Fresh Wet Rice Noodle by Yongguang ZHU, Luli MENG, Peng CHEN, Jie CHEN, Tong CHEN, Yuan CHENG, Qianwei CHENG

“…Furthermore, the microstructure and protein-starch cross-linking of the noodles with 10% kudzu flour addition were superior to those in the other samples. …”
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Hot Deformation Behavior and Hot Processing Map of 50CrVA Spring Steel by Yang Zhao, Jian Zheng, Zhi Liu, Liqing Chen

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Advancing Hybrid Fiber-Reinforced Concrete: Performance, Crack Resistance Mechanism, and Future Innovations by Zehra Funda Akbulut, Taher A. Tawfik, Piotr Smarzewski, Soner Guler

“…It also analyzes their influence on the material’s microstructural characteristics. ST fibers improve tensile strength, fracture toughness, and post-cracking performance owing to their rigidity, mechanical interlocking, and robust adhesion with the matrix. …”
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Thermal exposure induced microstructural changes and associated creep property enhancement of a PM near-α Ti–6Al–2Sn–4Zr–2Mo–0.5Y–0.5Si alloy by Xuemei Yu, Fuyang Yu, Yan Wu, Xiuzhen Zhang, Xiaogang Wu, Bowen Zhang, Hongzhi Niu, Deliang Zhang

“…These findings provide valuable insights for optimizing the microstructure design of high-temperature near-α titanium alloys.…”
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Synergistic A-site co-doping of (Na1/2Bi1/2)xBa1−xZn1/3Nb2/3O3 perovskites: doping mechanisms, microstructure and impedance studies by Y. Feng, A.T.Z. Lim, M. Lu, J. Sun, K.Y. Chan, S. Ghotekar, D. Zhou, D.C. Sinclair, K.B. Tan

“…Notably, the composition, x = 0.2 exhibited the lowest tan δ (∼0.0096 at 1 MHz) and highest electrical resistance, representing the optimal balance of dielectric performance. Impedance spectroscopy analysis revealed grain-dominated electrical processes and reduced oxygen vacancies, thereby corroborating the correlation between composition, microstructure and electrical properties. …”
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Synergistic effect of bimodal-sized SiCp and a dynamically precipitated Mg17Al12 phase on microstructure and mechanical properties of SiCp/AZ61 composites during hot extrusion proc... by Ming Li, Gang Li, Mengling Yao, Dijia Zhao, Jianxin Zhou, Shulin Lü, Yajun Yin, Xiaoyuan Ji, Qiang Chen, Hongxia Wang

“…To clarify the synergistic effect of bimodally sized (6 vol% micro-sized and 1 vol% nano-sized) SiC particles and a dynamically precipitated Mg17Al12 phase on the microstructure and mechanical properties of SiCp/AZ61 composites during the hot extrusion process, homogenized bimodally sized SiCp/AZ61 composites were extruded at different temperatures (280, 320, and 360 °C). …”
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Application Exploration on the Thermal Conductivity Prediction of Thermal Barrier Coating by the Modeling Technique Based on Real Coating Structure by LI Yong, GAO Lu - ping, LIU Fu - guang, LIU Gang, LI Qing

“…In practical engineering, according to the coating application conditions and performance requirements, the developed simulation techniques based on real microstructures of coatings could be employed to optimize coating materials and processes.…”
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A Comprehensive Review of Recent Advancements in 3D-Printed Co-Cr-Based Alloys and Their Applications by Subhrojyoti Mazumder, Jibin Boban, Afzaal Ahmed

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Microstructural and magnetic properties of cobalt-substituted Nd32.5Dy1.0Fe64.2-xCoxNb1.0Al0.2B1.1 alloy prepared by ball milling technique by Mozaffar Hussain, Rizwan Akram, Saima Rafique, Jan Sher Khan, Zubair Ahmed, Rehan Ahmed

“…Magnetic analysis revealed substitution of Co above 2.0 ​wt% for Fe led to the drastic decline of both Ms and Mr due to non-ideal intermetallic phases in the microstructure. Results showed that optimization of parameters at the initial stage (casting and ball milling) is essential to obtain good, hard magnetic properties in the studied alloys.…”
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Research progress in wire arc additive manufacturing of NiTi shape memory alloys by LI Zhonghan, LIU Gaofei, LI Shihan, WANG Xiebin, HAO Shijie

“…Future research should focus on heat treatment optimization and microstructural control， development of novel multi-metal composites， and exploration of innovative approaches to enhance interfacial bonding and oxidation resistance， thereby further improving NiTi alloy performance and expanding their application domains.…”
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A Review on Material Dynamics in Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing: Bonding, Stress, and Structural Evolution in Metals by Abishek Kafle, Shengjun Lu, Raman Silwal, Weihang Zhu

“…This review examines the basic CSAM mechanism, including deposition dynamics, bonding mechanism, dynamic recrystallization, residual stress evolution, and post-spray heat treatments which affect microstructural and mechanical properties. Although controlled by a few key factors like particle velocity, strain rate, and temperature rise, the bonding efficiency itself refines the grains through dynamic recrystallization, hence improving coating strength and performance. …”
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Taguchi Method for Tribological Excellence: Insights into Copper-Based Metal Matrix Composites by S.S. Kallesh, Rajaneesh N. Marigoudar

“…The influence of SiC loading and tribo-parameters, including applied load, sliding speed, and sliding distance, on the dry sliding wear of the composites was examined using L27 orthogonal array. Microstructural analysis and hardness data revealed a uniform distribution of SiC particles within the copper matrix, with composite hardness increasing as SiC loading increased. …”
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Establishing classification standards for volcanic reservoirs based on pore structure and nuclear magnetic logging: A case study of Chaganhua Gas Field in Songnan Fault Depression by WANG Min,CAO Yue,LI Wancai,ZHAO Wenqi,WANG Wenyong,SONG Yuying

“…This study used physical property data, high-pressure mercury injection, nuclear magnetic resonance, and other experiments to analyze the microstructure of volcanic reservoirs. Through multi parameter comparison, a microscopic classification standard was established. …”
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