Enhanced stability and durability of Cassie-Baxter state in aluminum-based superhydrophobic surfaces fabricated via nanosecond laser ablation by Zhengzheng Xu, Huilin Yin, Yue Jiang, Zhonghao Jiang, Yan Liu, Chun Cheng Yang, Guoyong Wang

“…The results show that surfaces with conical microstructures exhibit the most stable CB state. Additionally, these structures can spontaneously transition from the Wenzel to CB state during icing/melting cycles, maintaining their superhydrophobicity after 15 cycles. …”
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BMP9 attenuates microgravity-related disuse osteoporosis by modulating TGFβ and BMP signaling by Haoyang Zhao, Mengfan Yang, Yujiao Liu, Xiaolin Tu, Gaohai Shao

“…HLU mice showed reduced bone density, microstructural integrity, and dysregulated signaling (increased p-Smad2/3, decreased p-Smad1/5/8). …”
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Experimental study of urea-catalyzed microbial solution-based curing of fissured loess soil by Chaofan Pan, Chen Zhang, Tuo Ji

“…Microbial-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP), as a green solidification method, is widely used in soil remediation. Microstructural changes in crack-free loess after solidification were analyzed using a scanning electron microscope, and the optimal grouting scheme of microbial solution catalyzed by urea was determined. …”
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Enhancing mechanical and thermal properties of epoxy-based polymer matrix composites through hybrid reinforcement with carbon, glass and steel by Surendernath Purna, Rao Pothamsetty Kasi V., Satish Kumar Manduva Venkata

“…The results demonstrate that hybrid composites exhibit improved microstructural integrity, reduced voids, and enhanced interfacial bonding compared to individual fiber-reinforced composites. …”
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A physically-based constitutive model considering mixed dynamic recrystallization for a near-α titanium alloy during hot deformation by Jie Zhao, Yingming Tu, Binjun Zhou, Kehuan Wang, Gang Liu

“…The mixed dynamic recrystallization of titanium alloys during hot deformation is rarely described in the existing microstructure evolution models and constitutive models. …”
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Modification of wheat bran insoluble and soluble dietary fibers with snail enzyme by Xin Liu, Keke Suo, Pei Wang, Xue Li, Limin Hao, Jiaqing Zhu, Juanjuan Yi, Qiaozhen Kang, Jinyong Huang, Jike Lu

“…Meanwhile, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis indicated the microstructures of IDF and SDF powders were significantly changed. …”
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Synthesis of Copper Based Composites Reinforced with (Ni,Cu)3Al Intermetallic via Low Energy Ball Milling by J. A. Verduzco, A. Molina, R. Guardian, Y. Y. Calderon, S. R. Gonzaga, M. Serrano, H. Villanueva

“…The resulting powders were compacted and sintered at 700°C for 30 minutes in an argon atmosphere. Microstructural characterization was performed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD), while surface hardness was evaluated through microhardness testing. …”
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Impact of Nano-Silica, Cationic Polyacrylamide, and Cationic Starch on Long Fiber Utilization in Recycled Paper Production by Jafar Ebrahimpour Kasmani, Ahmad Samariha

“…Fourteen different groups with a basis weight of 127 gsm were prepared and analyzed for their physical, mechanical, and microstructural properties. Results showed that the additives significantly impacted the properties of the paper. …”
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RESEARCHING OF MEAT AND FAT COLOUR AND MARBLING IN BEEF by A. B. Lisitsyn, I. V. Kozyrev

“…Moreover, visual assessment of beef marbling by four grades (small, moderate, good, and rich) and instrumental (microstructural) analysis using a computer image analysis system were carried out. …”
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Study on the Effect of Partial Replacement of Cement by Breweries Dry Grain (Sorghum) Ash in Mortar Property by Temesgen Ejigu Alene, Tamrat Assefa Lemlemu, Begashaw Worku Yifru

“…Mortar mixes were prepared with BDGA replacement levels of 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% and evaluated for their physical, chemical, thermal, and microstructural properties. …”
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Lightweight concrete containing recycled aggregates by Ahmed Anees Ahmed

“…Based on these results, a microstructural analysis of the contact zone of the concrete using various types of aggregate was conducted. …”
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Comparative assessment of cutting processes in the mechanical behavior of basalt fiber/poly(lactic acid) matrix composites by Varikkadinmel Binaz, Kaushik Deepak, Inderdeep Singh

“…Less emphasis has been placed on the development, mechanical/microstructural characterization, and secondary processing of sustainable basalt fiber/poly(lactic acid) composites (BFPLA), which can be an excellent choice for semi-structural applications. …”
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Study on the reuse of high-silica by-product from Lionas Metals Plant to partially replace cement in concrete production by Dang-Nguyen Nguyen

“…Higher HSB content resulted in greater CS and durability, with the 30% HSB mixture demonstrating outstanding 28-day performance: a maximum CS of 65.04 MPa, the highest UPV of 4902 m/s, the lowest WA of 1.14%, a reduced TC of 1.96 W/(m×K), and an extremely low RCPT value of 179 Coulombs. Microstructural analysis supported these observations. …”
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3D periodic microscale structures on binary copper-nickel alloys via fs-DLIP: impact on E. coli-substrate interaction by Aisha Saddiqa Ahmed, Sebastian Wältermann, Pablo María Delfino, Daniel Wyn Müller, Jean–Nicolas Audinot, Jean-François Pierson, Frank Mücklich

“…The goal is to create periodic microstructures at the scale of a single bacterial cell (Escherichia coli) and explore the bacteria-substrate interaction. …”
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Study on Grain Refinement Mechanism of Internal Spline Tooth Profile by Vibration Assisted Cold Extrusion by Kai Zhang, Yong Wang, Ye Zhang, Yanyang Wang, Zufang Zhang, Ping Jin, Qingcheng Zhou

“…In order to study the microstructure evolution of the formed parts in the axial vibration cold extrusion process， the microstructure evolution process of the blank in the axial cold extrusion process is simulated by using the cellular automata method. …”
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Effect of Ram Speed on the Integrity of AA6063 Extruded Profile through Porthole Die by V.N.S.U. Viswanat h Ammu, P.M. Padole, A. Agnihotri, Ravikumar Dumpala

“…Subsequently, the profiles produced were aged at 175°C for 6 hours and microstructures were observed. Further, samples drawn from extruded profiles were tested for tensile properties and hardness. …”
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Investigation on Laser Weldability of a 2.1 GPa-Grade Hot Stamping Steel with Medium Carbon Content by Jiming Huang, Xuekun Shang, Liejun Li, Zhiyuan Liang

“…Nevertheless, such cross-weld microstructural heterogeneity was erased after hot stamping and low-temperature baking heat treatments, resulting in a uniform microstructure of lath martensite across the weld. …”
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Synthesis of Al7075/TiB2-Al2O3 In-Situ Hybrid Composite by Stir Casting Method by B. Sharifian, G. H. Borhani, E. Mohammad Sharifi

“…The stir casted composites were hot extruded at 465 °C with extrusion ratio of 6:1 and ram speed of 5 mm/s. The microstructures (optical microscopy and TEM) and mechanical properties (hardness and tensile testing) of samples were evaluated. …”
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Top-Down Stereolithography-Based System for Additive Manufacturing of Zirconia for Dental Applications by Kumiko Yoshihara, Noriyuki Nagaoka, Fiona Spirrett, Yukinori Maruo, Yasuhiro Yoshida, Bart Van Meerbeek, Soshu Kirihara

“…Thermogravimetric–differential thermal analysis was used to examine the resin, while X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction were used to analyze the printed samples. The microstructures of additively manufactured and subtractively manufactured zirconia were compared using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) before and after sintering. …”
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Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining by Mohammad Ghasemian Fard, Akash Nag, Jana Petrů, Sergej Hloch

“…Furthermore, it delves into the diverse applications of µAWJM across microfluidics, biomedical engineering, aerospace, and electronics, showcasing its versatility in fabricating complex microstructures. Finally, this review outlines future research directions, ultimately solidifying µAWJM's crucial role in the future of sustainable and precise manufacturing.…”
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