Texture Properties, Water Activity, Emulsion Stability, and Microstructure of Beef Sausage with the Addition of Papaya Peel Flour by Herly Evanuarini, Agus Susilo, Premy Puspitawati Rahayu

“…This study investigates the effects of papaya peel flour on the texture, water activity (Aw), emulsion stability, and microstructure of beef sausages. Papaya peel flour, which is rich in dietary fiber, was added at various percentages (0.1%, 0.2%, and 0.3%) to determine its effect on sausage quality. …”
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Influence of dry pea soaking in various sodium salts solutions on the microstructure and sensory quality of fried peas by Rui Costa, Gaspare Di Gregorio, Andreia Alves, João Noronha, Taha Rababah

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Turning Microstructure in Block Copolymer Membranes: A Facile Strategy to Improve CO2 Separation Performance by Jing Wei, Min Deng, Zikang Qin, Weiyi Zhao, Yujie Li, Roman Selyanchyn, Hongyong Zhao, Jie Dong, Dengguo Yin, Yuanfa Zhuang, Liyuan Deng, Lin Yang, Lu Yao, Wenju Jiang, Junfeng Zheng, Bart Van der Bruggen, Zhongde Dai

“…Here, a simple and effective non‐solvent‐induced microstructure rearrangement (MSR) technique is proposed to enhance the gas separation performance of Pebax 2533 membranes. …”
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Optimizing hybrid fiber concrete: an experimental analysis of steel and polypropylene fiber composites using RSM by Muhammad Aftab Khan, Qaiser uz Zaman Khan

“…Concrete inherent brittleness, limits its performance under various loading conditions, posing challenges in high-performance applications. Hybrid fiber-reinforced concrete (HYFRC), incorporating both steel and polypropylene fibers, has emerged as a promising solution to enhance crack resistance of concrete, its durability, and overall mechanical properties. …”
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The Influence of the Use of Whole Grain Flour from Sprouted Wheat Grain on the Rheological and Microstructural Properties of Dough and Bread by Natalia Naumenko, Irina Potoroko, Irina Kalinina, Rinat Fatkullin, Eva Ivanisova

“…The study of the microstructure of dough and bread also confirmed the established dependencies. …”
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Experimental investigation on modelling and prediction of optimal process parameters for the wear behaviour of hybrid polymer matrix composite by K. Karthik, K. Elavarasan, Beemkumar Nagappan, Subhaprada Dash, Krishna Kumar Shukla, Arpit Arora, Venkata Ramesh Reddy V, Kamakshi Priya Kumar

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The preparation and performance research and application of high performance steel fiber reinforced concrete in deep and large freezing shaft by Jiabao Hu, Zhishu Yao, Yongjie Xu, Rui Wang, Kun Hu

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Comprehensive analysis of mechanical characteristics in self-compacting concrete (SCC) with aluminum oxide (Al2O3) nanoparticles and glass fibers: An experimental and analytical in... by Hamed Heidarzad Moghaddam, Mohammad Ali Lotfollahi-Yaghin, Ahmad Maleki

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Scale-up and optimization of fenofibrate-loaded fibers electrospun by corona-electrospinning by E. Bitay, Z.-I. Szabo, J. Kantor, K. Molnar, A. L. Gergely

“…An experimental design-based approach was used to study the influence of production parameters on fiber diameter and morphology. Microstructural characterization of the obtained products was performed by scanning electron microscopy imaging and differential scanning calorimetry. …”
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Fiber deviation and optimized toolpath strategies in melt electrowriting of tubular scaffolds by Benno Neuhaus, Sebastian Loewner, Henrik Heymann, Fritz Webering, Judith Synofzik, Holger Blume, Cornelia Blume

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Effect of continuous fiber reinforcement on mechanical and tribological characteristics of cellulose and human hair fiber polymer composites by K․S․Ashraff Ali, Samraj Ravi, Vinayagam Mohanavel, Manikandan Ayyar, Selvakumar Kathiresan, Sathish Kannan, Arunkumar Munimathan, Manzoore Elahi M. Soudagar, Seeniappan Kaliappan

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Optimal mix ratio and numerical simulation study of concrete modified by nano-silica synergistically reinforced with basalt fibers by Changxing Zhu, Duo Li, Shengran Zhang, Huazhe Jiao, Jiaqi Guo, Xinming Chen

“…Mechanical tests and microstructural observations were conducted on specimens prepared with the optimal mix. …”
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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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Experimental Study on the Strength Characteristics of Modified Guilin Red Clay by Wenwu Chen, Zhigao Xie, Jiguang Chen, Mengyao Hong, Xiaobo Wang, Haofeng Zhou, Bai Yang

“…The results demonstrate distinct strengthening mechanisms: Lignin exhibits an optimal dosage (6%), significantly increasing cohesion and internal friction angle through physical reinforcement (“soil fiber” formation), but higher dosages (8%) lead to particle separation and strength reduction. …”
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Advances and developments in high strength geopolymer concrete for sustainable construction – A review by V.S. Sujitha, S. Raja, Maher Ali Rusho, Simon Yishak

“…The study provides a comprehensive review of the latest advancements in HSGC, with a unique focus on the synergistic effects of incorporating various industrial by-products, which contribute to improved microstructure, strength, and durability. The research delves into the enhancement techniques such as the use of nanomaterials, fibers, and advanced chemical additives. …”
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Assessment of mechanical and heavy metal leaching behavior of resource-efficient engineered cementitious composites incorporating ultra-high-volume municipal waste incineration bot... by Jun Liu, Yukun Wu, Lei Cheng, Hesong Jin, Jianxin Li, Feng Xing

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Influence of Different Bleeding Times on Structural and Physicochemical Characteristics of Beef from Halal-Slaughtered Cattle by Dilek Ceyda Öztekin, Kezban Candoğan

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Recent trends in rubberized and non-rubberized ultra-high performance geopolymer concrete for sustainable construction: A review by Alshaeer Honin, Amran Mugahed, Rezzoug Aïssa, Murali Gunasekaran, Makul Natt, Al-Yaari Mohammed, Avudaiappan Siva, Maureira-Carsalade Nelson, Alluqmani Ayed Eid

“…However, the inclusion of rubber compromises compressive strength because of inadequate interfacial adhesion, enhancements in surface treatment and the optimization of composite formulations can effectively overcome these challenges, and merging customized rubber proportions with advanced polymeric or fiber reinforcements maintains mechanical integrity while capitalizing on rubber’s elasticity, suggesting the necessity for ongoing investigation into microstructural optimization and long-term performance to thoroughly harness the sustainability and functionality of UHPRGC.…”
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Optimizing mechanical properties of recycled aggregate concrete with graphene oxide and steel fibers: A predictive approach using ANN and RSM by S. Azhagarsamy, N. Pannirselvam

“…Due to its extensive surface area and crack-bridging properties, GO improves hydration and microstructure and diminishes porosity, augmenting strength and durability. …”
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Synergistic Use of Nanosilica and Basalt Fibers on Mechanical Properties of Internally Cured Concrete with SAP: An Experimental Analysis and Optimization via Response Surface Metho... by Said Mirgan Borito, Han Zhu, Yasser E. Ibrahim, Sadi Ibrahim Haruna, Zhao Bo

“…This study explores the combined effects of nanosilica (NS) and basalt fibers (BF) on the mechanical and microstructural properties of superabsorbent polymer (SAP)-modified concrete. …”
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