Polarization scattering-based detection of lubricating materials by Xin Liu, Junxin Jian, Xiaolu Huang, Huilong Li, Yuan Tian, Weizhi Ma, Xiaolong Zhao, Zunnian Liu, Jiayi Sun, Xiushuo Zhang, Yong Wang, Xiaomei Zhu

“…This method leverages the polarization characteristics of light to investigate the optical properties and microstructures of materials, offering advantages such as high data dimensionality, sensitivity to microstructural changes, and compatibility with existing optical techniques. …”
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Research on thermoforming process of WE43 rare earth magnesium alloy plate by Hongjiao Qiao, Sheng Lei, Shaojie Cui, Xia Li, Xinru Qin, Houmin Wang

“…This study establishes a quantitative correlation between thermal conditions, mechanical properties, and microstructural evolution, providing critical insights for optimizing hot-forming processes and numerical modeling of WE43 alloy sheets. …”
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Metamorphism of Late Neoproterozoic-Early Cambrian Schists in Southwest of Zanjan from the Soltanieh Belt in Northwest of Iran by J. Izadyar

“…Considering textural relationship, microstructural domain and mineral chemistry two main metamorphic events (M1 and M2) have been recognized. …”
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Unraveling the synergistic influence of Nb, V, and Ce on corrosion and high temperature performance of austenitic alloys by J. Ramirez, F. Zuñiga, S. Shiva Samhitha, Srivathsava Surabhi, A. Ríos R, J.P. Sanhueza, A.F. Jaramillo, A.G. Onate, M.F. Meléndrez, D. Rojas

“…Thermodynamic modeling (Thermo-Calc) was employed to optimize the composition, and their production was carried out from stainless steel scrap and ferroalloys in the open atmosphere induction melting process to contribute to the circular economy. The morphology, evolution, and mechanisms of the microstructure of the zone affected by oxidation were determined by applying various characterization techniques such as X-ray diffraction, electron spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (XRD, XPS, RAMAN, and SEM) and thermodynamic calculations. …”
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Investigating the resistance to severe environmental erosion of modified Pisha sandstone composite materials by Changming Li, Yaozong Wang, Shunbo Zhao, Biao Jia, Yongsheng Tong, Ruijuan Li, Yanxin Gong

“…This study aimed to investigate the microstructural evolution and the erosion resistance of modified Pisha sandstone composite materials (PCM) in severe environmental erosion, including water, alkali, acid, and sulfate solutions. …”
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Enhancing strength without sacrificing ductility in medium-carbon multiphase bainitic steel through increased intercritical annealing temperatures by Wenlu Yu, Kaifang Li, Lihe Qian, Yipeng Ding, Zhixuan Jia, Chaozhang Wei, Limei Ren, Zhaoxiang Chen, Fucheng Zhang, Jiangying Meng

“…In this paper, a medium-carbon multiphase bainitic steel was produced through intercritical annealing (IA) at various temperatures, followed by isothermal bainite transformation (IBT) at 300 °C, and its microstructural evolution and mechanical properties were systematically investigated. …”
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Coupling Mechanism of Electrical Double Layer and Mass Transport for Bubble Nucleation at Electrode Interfaces by Jiaxuan HU, Changqing GUO, Zhida WANG, Yan SHI, Lisha SHEN, Hongyu HUANG, Changfeng YAN

“…During the process of water electrolysis,the "bubble effect" will significantly reduce the overall performance of the system.The classical nucleation theory (CNT model） fails to reveal the regulatory mechanism of the electrical double layer (EDL),surface microstructure,and mass transfer synergy on nucleation kinetics in actual electrochemical systems.This study develops an electrode interface bubble nucleation model with the synergistic effect of electrical double layer⁃mass transfer⁃surface microstructure,considering the synergistic regulation mechanism of ion migration diffusion behavior,electrode surface nano microstructure,and concentration boundary layer on the nucleation process.The research results show that the synergistic effect of EDL and microporous structurel generates significant potential gradients at the surface micropores,leading to an increase in local supersaturation and prioritizing bubble nucleation.At high overpotentials,the effect of the concentration boundary layer on nucleation energy barrier exhibits a nonlinear relationship.The thinner the concentration boundary layer is,the more significant the decreasing trend of the nucleation rate at high potential will be.The growth of bubbles is dominated by the net concentration flux near the three⁃phase contact line (TPCL),exhibiting a two⁃stage growth characteristic.The study provides a theoretical basis for optimizing the surface design of gas evolution electrodes.…”
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Laser Powder Bed Fusion of CuSn10: A Review by Robert Kremer, Somayeh Khani, Tamara Appel, Johannes Buhl, Heinz Palkowski

“…Through a systematic literature search, 32 articles on LPBF‐processed CuSn10 are identified and evaluated. This provides an overview of processing parameters, microstructures, mechanical properties, corrosion behavior, the effect of heat treatments, and multimaterial connections. …”
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Performance of Sustainable Geopolymer Concrete Made of Different Alkaline Activators by Yasmin R. Hamed, Mostafa M. Keshta, Mohamed M. Yousry Elshikh, Ahmed A. Elshami, Mohamed H. S. Matthana, Osama Youssf

“…This study addresses the need for sustainable and durable construction materials by investigating geopolymer concrete as an eco-friendly alternative, optimizing its mechanical and microstructural properties to enhance long-term performance in infrastructure applications. …”
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Multi-Objective Optimization of Machinability and Energy Consumption of Cast Iron Depending on Cooling Rate by Burak Öztürk, Fuat Kara

“…Cooling rates in cast iron significantly impact its microstructure, leading to bainitic transformation instead of ferritic structures, resulting in microstructures with higher pearlite content and even cementite formation. …”
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Advancements in the application of optical coherence tomography in hepatopancreatobiliary systems: a comprehensive review by Liming Yao, Ying Pan, Jiang Yu, Kaiming Leng

“…Its superiority over conventional methods lies in its ability to provide submucosal assessments and real-time, wide-ranging tissue evaluations. The latest advancement in OCT technology, exemplified by the NVision Volumetric Laser Endomicroscopy (VLE) system, has significantly enhanced imaging quality and microstructure delineation, particularly in characterizing the intricate anatomy of pancreaticobiliary ducts. …”
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Stable and high-safety fast-charging lithium metal battery enabled by a polydopamine-functionalized hydroxyapatite/aramid hybrid nanofibers separator by Long Cheng, Ying-Jie Zhu, Yaxin Zhang, Han-Ping Yu, Sida Xie, Dandan Li, Heng Li, Shiyou Zheng

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An integration study of corrosion and mechanical behaviors of Ti-/Zr-/Hf-doped cobalt-based high-entropy alloys by Wei Wang, Wangzhong Mu, Mingzhen Han, Yi Zhang, Nan Wang, Wenda Zhang, Zhou Li, Zhankun Weng, Peter K. Liaw

“…Thermodynamic calculations have been conducted to predict the phase evolution. The effect of two types of processes (homogenization and cryogenic treatment) on microstructures and properties have been comprehensively analyzed. …”
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Enhanced Surface Mechanical and Tribological Properties of H13 Die Steel with TiAlSiN Coating Deposited by HiPIMS by Jun Lin, Hanxiao Luan, Jiao Li, Jiqiang Zhai, Yanjin Guan, Guoqun Zhao, Ruqing Bai

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Scale‐free Spatio‐temporal Correlations in Conformational Fluctuations of Intrinsically Disordered Proteins by Haoyu Song, Jian Cui, Guorong Hu, Long Xiong, Yanee Wutthinitikornkit, Hai Lei, Jingyuan Li

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High-Temperature Wear Properties of Laser Powder Directed Energy Deposited Ferritic Stainless Steel 430 by Samsub Byun, Hyun-Ki Kang, Jongyeob Lee, Namhyun Kang, Seunghun Lee

“…For comparison, an AISI 430 commercial plate was also tested under the same test conditions. The microstructural evolution and worn surfaces were analyzed using SEM-EDS and EBSD techniques. …”
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Gastropod shell powder as cementitious additive in concrete by Afzal Basha Syed

“…SEM analysis highlighted a denser, more cohesive microstructure in the 15% GSP concrete, with reduced voids and microcracks compared to the control sample, indicating improved matrix integrity. …”
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Enhanced mechanical properties of a nickel-based superalloy by regulating laves and δ phases via hot rolling deformation by Jianhui Wei, Yanghuanzi Li, Changchang Liu, Shengnan Ma, Ji Gu, Min Lu, Min Song

“…The relationship between the microstructural evolution and the mechanical properties of the alloy was discussed. …”
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Episodic Tremor and Slip Explained by Fluid‐Enhanced Microfracturing and Sealing by M. Bernaudin, F. Gueydan

“…The fluid‐enhanced dynamic evolution of microstructures defines cycles of ductile strain localization and implies increase in pore fluid pressure. …”
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Experimental investigation on the performance degradation of grouting materials in karst erosion environment by Wang Tang, Wang Tang, Mengshan Xie, Xinghua Fang, Chengxi Huang, Chengxi Huang, Cuiliu Mo, Yongjun Chen

“…This work investigated the degradation mechanisms of grouting curtains exposed to karst water erosion by analyzing the mechanical and microstructural evolution of cement-grouted stone (CGS) and cement-clay-grouted stone (CCGS). …”
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