Optimization of pectin extraction from lemon peels using hydrochloric acid and response surface methodology by Belkis Akachat, Louiza Himed, Merniz Salah, Maria D’Elia, Saoud Zomorroda, Ramoul Ali, Luca Rastrelli, Malika Barkat

“…This study aimed to optimize the extraction of pectin from lemon peel, a potential underutilized source, using acid hydrolysis. …”
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Optimization of Enzymatic Hydrolysis Process, Structural Characterization and Antioxidant Activity Analysis of Gastrodia elata Polysaccharide by Yunfei HU, De ZHOU, Qinglan ZENG, Jinsong HE, Ming ZHAO, Qingyan TANG

“…Their dissolution rate, monosaccharide composition, relative molecular weight, functional groups, and microstructure were analyzed before and after enzymatic hydrolysis. …”
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Process Optimization and Wear Performance of Plasma-Cladding Fe5 Coatings on Rotary Tillage Blades by Jiang Zeng, Yinggang Ma, Zhichao Fang, Mingliang Wu, Zhili Wu, Mingkai Lei

“…The microstructure morphology, phase composition, microhardness, and wear resistance of the wear-resistant cladding layer were investigated. …”
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Development and Optimization of Edible Antimicrobial Films Based on Dry Heat–Modified Starches from Kazakhstan by Marat Muratkhan, Kakimova Zhainagul, Kamanova Svetlana, Dana Toimbayeva, Indira Temirova, Sayagul Tazhina, Dina Khamitova, Saduakhasova Saule, Tamara Tultabayeva, Berdibek Bulashev, Gulnazym Ospankulova

“…A comprehensive analysis of six starch types—both native and dry heat–modified—was conducted to evaluate their gelatinization clarity, freeze–thaw stability, microstructure (CLSM), and in vitro digestibility. Corn and cassava starches were selected as optimal components based on their physicochemical performance. …”
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Catalytic Evaluation of an Optimized Heterogeneous Composite Catalyst Derived from Fusion of Tri-Biogenic Residues by Oyelayo Ajamu Oyedele, Simeon Olatayo Jekayinfa, Abass O. Alade, Christopher Chintua Enweremadu

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A Portable LIFT Printer to Enable the Fast On‐Site Optimization of Inks Toward Special Customer Needs by Stefan Lux, Chaoyu Wu, Christina Salazar, Julian Crespo, Angélica Pérez, Claudio Fernández Acevedo, Dario Mager, Mareen Stahlberger, Daniela Mattes, Laura Weber, Jannik Schlindwein, Clarine Gedigk, Maria B. A. Rosa, Momina Amir, Nadezda Kuznetsova, Michael Kraft, Frank Breitling, Jan G. Korvink

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Multiresponse optimization applied to friction-stir processing to enhance wear and corrosion performance in Al–Si alloys by Denner Traiano, Silvia do Nascimento Rosa, Luciano Augusto Lourençato, Angel Sánchez Roca, Mario César Sánchez Orozco, Hipólito Domingo Carvajal Fals

“…The proposed model offers a reliable method to optimize FSP, leading to aluminum surfaces with superior microstructure, hardness, wear resistance and corrosion resistance.…”
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Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing of Aluminium 5356 Alloy: Process Parameter Optimization and Structure-Property Analysis by K. Saravanakumar, J. Nampoothiri, M.R. Prat heesh Kumar

“…Microstructural and mechanical properties were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy, tensile testing, and Vickers hardness testing. …”
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Optimization and potential utilization of agro-industrial by-products as binders in quaternary blended pastes – A sustainable approach by R. Vignesh, A. Abdul Rahim

“…This study investigated the microstructural properties of paste samples by using a Scanning electron microscope, X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and Thermo gravimetric analysis to validate the enhanced properties of the optimized mixture. …”
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Formulation of a carbon sink binder through multi-objective optimization using response surface methodology by Niveditha M, Palanisamy T

“…This study presents the development and multi-objective optimization of a cement-free, carbon-sequestering binder system formulated entirely without Ordinary Portland Cement. …”
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Optimization of Chitosan-PEG/ZnO Hydrogel Formulation with Pomegranate Peel Extract as an Alternative for Wound Healing by Niamul Faza Assauqi, Retno Ariadi Lusiana, Nanang Masruchin

“…Characterization of the hydrogels included analysis of size, morphology, elemental composition, microstructure, swelling behavior, antibacterial activity, and wound healing effectiveness. …”
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Cultivation Optimization and Structural Characterization of <i>Stephanocyclus meneghinianus</i> for Sustainable High-Quality Biosilica Production by Daeryul Kwon, Yoseph Seo, Chaehong Park, Sang Deuk Lee, Taek Lee

“…We analyzed its morphology, microstructure, and optimal culture conditions, and developed a pretreatment method to recover intact biosilica frustules. …”
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Research progress in interface optimization and preparation technology of high thermal conductivity diamond/copper composite materials by Yaohui Xue, Rui Li, Yongru Deng, Zhuo Zhang, Jing Chen, Aijie Ma, Ruilong Wen

“…Additionally, the influence of preparation processes—such as vacuum hot-pressing sintering, high-temperature high-pressure sintering, spark plasma sintering, and melt infiltration on the microstructure and thermal conductivity of composites are discussed. …”
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Multi-response optimization of friction stir welding process parameter of AA 5083 with Taguchi-VIKOR approach by Murahari Kolli, Chendrasekhar Sunnapu, Nageswara Rao Medikondu

“…The AA 5083 FSW joint’s macro and microstructure examination, tensile strength (TS), % of elongation (%EL), impact energy (IE), micro-hardness (MH), and wear rate (WR) were considered performance characteristics. …”
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The Mechanism of Reservoir Damage by Water Injection in Ultra-Low-Permeability Reservoirs and Optimization of Water Quality Index by Yong Tang, Tong Mu, Jiazheng Qin, Rong Peng, Mengyun Liu, Yixiang Xie

“…Injecting liquid into the formation has an impact on the microstructure of the reservoir and formation fluids, and negative effects often lead to the failure of oil well stimulation measures to achieve the expected results. …”
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Multi-Performance Optimization of the Mechanical Characteristics of Basalt Fiber and Silicon Carbide-Filled Aluminum Matrix Composites by V. Veeranaath, S. G. Dinesh, G. Natarajan

“…SEM analysis is utilized to examine the microstructure of the developed composites. The samples were also machined and tested for their mechanical, physical, and wear behavior as per ASTM standards. …”
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Cement–Industrial Waste Slag-Based Synergistic Preparation of Flowable Solidified Soil: Mechanisms and Process Optimization by Hang Yu, Dongxing Wang, Yuhao Shi

“…The mechanical properties and microstructure of the cement–industrial slag were revealed and used to analyze the curing mechanism. …”
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Mixing temperature optimization and modification mechanism of medical masks modified asphalt: Insights from computational chemistry by Heyang Ding, Hongren Gong, Lin Cong

“…To address these issues, the optimal mixing temperature for MMA was recommended based on molecular dynamics (MD). …”
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Optimized wear behavior and oxidative strengthening mechanism of a WC reinforced high entropy composite coatings by Aohan Zhang, Li Jiang, Haohao Deng, Yanhui Li, Hui Liang, Caiying Chen, Zhibin Zhu, Zhiqiang Cao, Wei Zhang

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Adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system optimization of natural rubber latex modified concrete’s mechanical Properties by Efiok Etim Nyah, David Ogbonna Onwuka, Joan Ijeoma Arimanwa, George Uwadiegwu Alaneme, G. Nakkeeran, Ulari Sylvia Onwuka, Chinenye Elizabeth Okere

“…Abstract The study investigates the optimization of Natural Rubber Latex Modified Concrete (NRLMC) using an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) to enhance predictive accuracy and material performance. …”
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