Sex differences in maturational timing of amygdala and prefrontal cortex volumes and white matter tract microstructure by Jamie Roeske, Xiangyu Long, Meaghan V Perdue, Madison Long, Bryce Geeraert, Mohammad Ghasoub, Keith Owen Yeates, Catherine Lebel

“…While some studies provide support for the DMH, few have evaluated sex differences or examined both grey and white matter. …”
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Effect of Zr on inclusions and microstructure of non-quenched and tempered steel F38MnVS by Yucheng Wang, Yang Li, Zhouhua Jiang, Meng Sun, Shuai Ma, Yunqie Mao, Yanshuo Ma, Tianci Li, Dengyunfei Nie, Rui Yang

“…To examine the influence of Zr on the inclusions and microstructure of non-quenched and tempered F38MnVS steel, optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), high-temperature laser confocal microscopy (HT-CLSM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and thermodynamic calculations among others are utilized. …”
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Effects of heat treatment on microstructure and properties of CrVNiAlCu high-entropy alloy by Bai Shijie, Xiao Yifeng, Wu Liang, Zhang Qiankun

“…This study employs X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, electrochemical workstations, and hardness testers to evaluate the impact of annealing temperatures (600, 700, and 800°C) on the microstructure and corrosion resistance of the CrVNiAlCu high-entropy alloy. …”
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Dry Sliding Wear Properties and Microstructure of 7075 Aluminum Alloy via Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation by SHI Yuan-ji, LI Jun-wan, GUO Xun-zhong, YU Lin-hui, LI Shuang, HUANG Hao

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Microstructure and magnetism of austenitic steels in relation to chemical composition, severe plastic deformation, and solution annealing by Kamila Hrabovská, Ondřej Životský, Petra Váňová, Yvonna Jirásková, Lucie Gembalová, Ondřej Hilšer

“…Abstract Three types of commercial austenitic stainless steels, 1.4307 (AISI 304 L), 1.4404 (AISI 316 L) 1.4845 (AISI 310 S) with different chemical compositions, are subjected to severe plastic deformation at room temperature by a unique Dual Rolling Equal Channel Extrusion (DRECE) method. Its impact is evaluated from the viewpoint of microstructure analyses, X-ray diffraction, and macroscopic magnetic properties completed by microscopic Mössbauer characteristics. …”
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Effect of Cooling Rate on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties According to Heat Treatment Temperature of Inconel 625 by Minha Park, Gang Ho Lee, Hyo-Seong Kim, Byoungkoo Kim, Sanghoon Noh, Byung Jun Kim

“…When manufacturing a hot forged flange with a thick and complex shape, the cooling rate varies depending on the location due to the difference in thermal gradient during the cooling process after hot forging. In this study, to evaluate the microstructure and mechanical properties of Inconel 625 according to the cooling rate, we performed heat treatment at 950°C, 1050°C, and 1150°C for 4 hours followed by water cooling. …”
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Microstructure of Al-Si Slurry Coatings on Austenitic High-Temperature Creep Resisting Cast Steel by Agnieszka E. Kochmańska

“…This paper presents the results of microstructural examinations on slurry aluminide coatings using scanning electron microscopy, X-ray microanalysis, and X-ray diffraction. …”
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Quantitative study of the effect of tissue microstructure on contraction in a computational model of rat left ventricle. by Valentina Carapella, Rafel Bordas, Pras Pathmanathan, Maelene Lohezic, Jurgen E Schneider, Peter Kohl, Kevin Burrage, Vicente Grau

“…Tissue microstructure, in particular the alignment of myocytes (fibre direction) and their lateral organisation into sheets, is fundamental to cardiac function. …”
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Microstructure and compressive behaviour of PLA/PHA-wood lattice structures processed using additive manufacturing by Tao Liu, Ji-hong Zhu, Weihong Zhang, Sofiane Belhabib, Sofiane Guessasma

“…This study investigates the microstructure and compressive behaviour of PLA/PHA-wood lattice structures manufactured using fused filament fabrication (FFF). …”
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Impact of Recycled Concrete and Ceramic Fillers on the Performance of Cementitious Systems: Microstructural, Mechanical, and Durability Aspects by Tianjun Han, Diego Aponte, Susana Valls, Marilda Barra Bizinotto

“…At lower replacement levels, FHC promoted ettringite formation and microstructural refinement, while FHH favored carbonate hydrate development; both fillers also exhibited durability comparable to the control. …”
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Investigation of the Effect of Titanium Dioxide and Aluminum Titanate on Physical, Mechanical, and Microstructural Properties of Synthesized Cordierite by Amir Hojjati Lemraski, Ali Sedaghat Ahangari Hossein Zadeh, Rahim Naghizadeh, Hudsa Majidian

“…X-ray diffractometry and fluorescence, thermal analysis, microstructural observation, density, and cold compressive strength (CCS) were used to evaluate the sintered samples. …”
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Enhancing the performance of recycled aggregate concrete through optimized pretreatment methods: a microstructural perspective by Maja Kępniak, Filip Chyliński, Piotr Woyciechowski

“…Abstract Using recycled concrete aggregates (RCA) in new concrete production presents a sustainable solution to construction waste challenges, yet the inherent weaknesses of the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) between old and new cement matrices remain a critical limitation. This study evaluates three industrially feasible pretreatment methods—sieve-washing, water immersion, and resin impregnation - through a novel combination of semi-quantitative microstructural analysis and durability testing. …”
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Mechanical joinability of microstructurally graded structural components manufactured from hypoeutectic aluminium casting alloys by Neuser Moritz, Schlichter Malte Christian, Hoyer Kay-Peter, Bobbert Mathias, Meschut Gerson, Schaper Mirko

“…The castings are evaluated using mechanical, microstructural and joining testing methods and finally, a microstructure-joinability correlation is established.…”
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Microstructural Characterization and Mechanical Properties of AA5083/Coal Composites Fabricated by Friction Stir Processing by Oritonda Muribwathoho, Velaphi Msomi, Sipokazi Mabuwa

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The Effects of ECAP and Recovery Treatment on the Microstructure and the Mechanical, Tribological, and Corrosion Properties of 316L Steel by Ata Radnia, Mostafa Ketabchi, Anqiang He, Guijiang Diao, Dongyang Li

“…The microstructure was investigated with an optical microscope and a transmission electron microscope. …”
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The Impact of Fe-Mg Inoculation with Nickel Addition on the Microstructure of Thin-Walled Ductile Cast Iron by Agus Yulianto, Agus Dwi Anggono, Patna Partono, Ngafwan

“…This study aims to characterize thin-walled ductile cast iron with improved high-temperature resistance. The focus is on evaluating the effects of Fe-Mg inoculation with the addition of nickel on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the material. …”
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A Comprehensive Study on the Microstructure and Mechanical Behavior of Glycoluril–Formaldehyde Polymer-Modified Cement Paste by Nakarajan Arunachelam, S. K. M. Pothinathan, C. Chella Gifta, N. P. Vignesh

“…By examining the chemical reactions between glycoluril–formaldehyde with cement paste, this study delves into the fresh, mechanical, and microstructural characteristics. To evaluate the influence of glycoluril–formaldehyde, cement paste specimens were subjected to various tests, including consistency, initial and final setting time, and miniature slump flow tests. …”
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Microstructural refinement and mechanical enhancement of Hastelloy X welds via electromagnetic vibration-assisted GTAW by A. Adelian, Khalil Ranjbar, M. Reihanian, R. Dehmolaei

“…This study investigates the influence of electromagnetic vibration on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Hastelloy X (HX) weld joints fabricated using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process. …”
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Effect of Laser Surface Strengthening Technology on Properties and Microstructure of 40CrNiMo Steel by LIAO Jin - xiong, CHEN Jin - you

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Microstructure and mechanical properties of 1000 MPa grade deposit metals under different welding methods by Zhilong CAO, Tongbang AN, Yue ZUO, Daoping ZENG, Chengyong MA, Yun PENG

“…Optical microscope (OM), scanning electron microscope (SEM) equipped with energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), were used to characterize the microstructure of the deposited metal. The mechanical properties of the deposited metal were evaluated through tensile testing, instrumented charpy impact testing, and hardness testing to investigate the influence of welding methods on the strength and toughness of 1 000 MPa-grade Ni-Cr-Mo deposited metal. …”
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