Experimental investigation on gas permeability characteristics and durability aspects of concrete with construction joint by Yun-Kyung Lee, Ji-Hyun Kim, Chul-Woo Chung, Hojae Lee, Do-Gyeum Kim, Eun-A. Seo

“…This study was designed to address this knowledge gap by performing experimental investigation on mechanical property, gas permeability, chloride ion penetration, and carbonation of concrete with construction joint. Microstructural observation around the construction joint was performed, and the effect of gauze used to reinforce construction joint was evaluated. …”
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Effect of Amorphous Si₃N₄ Nanoparticles on the Infrared Transmittance of α-Al₂O₃ by Mahdi Darabi, Ehsan Mohammad Sharifi, Reza Vafaie, Akbar Eshaghi, Mohammad Reza Loghman Estraki

“…The microstructural and optical characteristics of the samples were then analyzed using X-ray diffraction, field emission scanning electron microscopy and infrared spectroscopy.Results: The findings indicated that the incorporation of Si3N4 nanoparticles (0.1 wt%) and a dispersing agent (2 wt%) led to an enhancement in infrared transmittance, with a maximum achieved of 85% within the 5–6 µm wavelength range. …”
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An investigation of the effect of cryo-cooling on natural frequency and wear properties of ageable Al alloys by Arslan Rıdvan, Atlihan Gökmen, Aksöz Sinan

“…Pin on disc test equipment was utilized to observe the wear performance of the Al alloys and field emission scanning electron microscope was used to go in depth about microstructural evaluations. For the determination of the natural frequency of the Al alloys designed with different tapered angles from 0° to 1°, vibration test equipment was used. …”
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Upcycling waste glass bottles as a binder within engineered cementitious composites (ECCs): Experimental investigation and environmental impact assessment by Avik Kumar Das, Jiacheng Xiao

“…GP-ECC and SBM-GP-ECC mixes achieved notable reductions in CO2 (∼8–10 %) emission and costs other ecological impacts, but such effects is a function of the location outperforming normal concrete and GP-concrete by up to 100x in tensile and durability properties. By systematically evaluating mechanical, rheological, durability, and microstructural properties, this study establishes a robust foundation for future research and practical deployment of GP-marine ECCs derived from waste materials, contributing to circular economy strategies and the development of cleaner, high-performance construction materials.…”
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A study of performance characteristics of combined waste polymer enhanced bitumen on hot and warm mix asphaltic concretes by L. O. Salami, I. O. Ameen, M. A. Tijani, M. A. Kareem, A. A. Bello

“…Marshall quotient and Microstructural properties of the HMA and WMA concrete samples were evaluated. …”
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Comparative Analysis on Carbon Mitigation by High-Temperature Lithium Adsorption Systems by Hong Du, Jiaqi Ruan, Yunlin Li, Changlei Qin

“…Phase composition and microstructural analysis identify lithium carbonate and metal oxides as primary products, and microstructural sintering was observed during cycling. …”
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Quantitative and Computational Spinal Imaging in Neurodegenerative Conditions and Acquired Spinal Disorders: Academic Advances and Clinical Prospects by Mary Clare McKenna, Jana Kleinerova, Alan Power, Angela Garcia-Gallardo, Ee Ling Tan, Peter Bede

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> Quantitative spinal cord imaging studies have demonstrated the feasibility to reliably appraise structural, microstructural, diffusivity, and metabolic spinal cord alterations. …”
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In-situ TiC particle-reinforced Hastelloy X superalloy fabricated by laser additive manufacturing by Chen Wang, Li Yang, Rui-Xin Sheng, Shuai Guan, Zhong-Nan Bi, Hua Zhang, Hai-Liang Huang, Liang Jiang, Li-Long Zhu, Xin Zhou

“…The influence of Ti content on phase evolution, microstructure, and mechanical properties was comprehensively analyzed for both the as-deposited and heat-treated HX superalloys. …”
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Caracterización del envejecimiento de tuberías de vapor de centrales térmicas empleando el efecto Barkhausen//Characterization of steam pipes ageing degree from power plants using... by Frank de los Reyes-Rodríguez, Julio Capó-Sanchez, Eduardo Franco-Fidalgo, Gonzalo de Diego-Velasco

“…<br />_______________________________________________________________________________</p> <p class="TituloResumen">Abstract</p> <p class="Resumen">In this paper, an ageing degree characterization of 12Cr1MoV steel using two method of magnetic Barkhausen noise is developed. A study of the microstructural evolution during ageing at operated conditions (15MPa, 550ºC) from 100000 h up to 150000 h was carried out using optic and scanning electron microscopy techniques. …”
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Microscopic pore combination type identification of tight sandstone reservoir based on improved swin transformer architecture by Zhenyu Pang, Zhicong Chen, Sijie Lu, Zhenbo Cai, Yuqing Lu, Mengting Peng

“…These findings indicate that the SwinLSC model effectively addresses the generalization deficiencies of conventional approaches in recognizing microstructural features in cast thin section imagery. …”
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Sn and Ti influences on intermetallic phases damage in hot dip galvanizing by V. Di Cocco

“…In this work a comparative microstructural analysis, in Zn-Sn and Zn-Ti coatings, is performed to evaluate intermetallic phases formation kinetics and the influence of intermetallic microstructure on coating damage under constant bending deformation.…”
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Sustainable engineered geopolymer composites incorporating recycled waste rubber as full replacement of fine aggregates by Feihong Wan, Yutao Guo, Miaozi Zheng, Binbin Li, Ahmed Y. Elghazouli

“…A detailed experimental evaluation is conducted in this study through mechanical testing, microstructural characterisation, and life cycle assessment (LCA), for understanding the fundamental performance of RU-EGCs. …”
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Distortion correction of diffusion weighted MRI without reverse phase-encoding scans or field-maps. by Kurt G Schilling, Justin Blaber, Colin Hansen, Leon Cai, Baxter Rogers, Adam W Anderson, Seth Smith, Praitayini Kanakaraj, Tonia Rex, Susan M Resnick, Andrea T Shafer, Laurie E Cutting, Neil Woodward, David Zald, Bennett A Landman

“…Diffusion magnetic resonance images may suffer from geometric distortions due to susceptibility induced off resonance fields, which cause geometric mismatch with anatomical images and ultimately affect subsequent quantification of microstructural or connectivity indices. State-of-the art diffusion distortion correction methods typically require data acquired with reverse phase encoding directions, resulting in varying magnitudes and orientations of distortion, which allow estimation of an undistorted volume. …”
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Investigating the Oxidation Resistance of HfCZrCTiC Composite at 1200 °C: The Role of Nano Carbon Black and Silicon by Shahroukh Malae Hezarvandi, Zohre Balak

“…The oxidation process was carried out using differential thermal analysis (DTA) and thermal gravimetry analysis (TGA) at a temperature of 1200 °C. Microstructural evaluation and phase identification were done using a scanning electron microscope and X-ray diffraction.Results: The results showed that the weight changes for HfZrTi, HfZrTi-C.Bn, HfZrTi-Si and HfZrTi-C.Bn-Si samples were obtained to be 13.5%, 16.9%, 12.9%, and 7%, respectively. …”
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Elucidation of novel, alternative, fiber-reinforced iron-based pozzolanic composites as SCMs by Hafiz Muhammad Nadir, Ash Ahmed, Ikram Moshi

“…The sulfate testing evaluated the durability of NAFRIC SCMs formulated in a 1:2:3 ratio better than cement concrete control mix with a 1:1:3 ratio. …”
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Utilization of Inulin-enriched Honey Powder as a Sugar Substitute to Enhance the Functional and Sensory Quality of Prebiotic Biscuits by Firman Jaya, Ria Dewi Andriani, Rini Dwi Wahyuni, Esthalia Kustin Pasole Bahrun, Parlan

“…Biscuits from this formulation had a favourable spread ratio, lower hardness, and a homogeneous microstructure. Sensory evaluation indicated that moderate substitution preserved desirable taste and hardness. …”
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Crystalline plasticity in isotactic polypropylene below and above the glass transition temperature by G. Polt, F. Spieckermann, H. Wilhelm, Ch. Fischer, E. Schafler, S. Bernstorff, M. Zehetbauer

“…The diffraction patterns were evaluated by the Multi-reflection X-ray Profile Analysis (MXPA) method, revealing microstructural parameters such as the density of dislocations and the size of coherently scattering domains (CSD-size). …”
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Mechanical behavior and deformation mechanisms of Mg–5Y alloy under dynamic compressive impact by Kang Wei, Yonghao Zhao, Lirong Xiao, Yazhou Guo, Yi Liu, Lei Li, Dongdi Yin, Hao Zhou

“…However, an in-depth exploration of the microscopic deformation mechanisms of rare earth magnesium alloys under high strain rates remains relatively scant, especially concerning the intricate relationship between microstructure evolution and dynamic mechanical properties. …”
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Sn and Ti influences on intermetallic phases damage in hot dip galvanizing by V. Di Cocco

“…In this work a comparative microstructural analysis, in Zn-Sn and Zn-Ti coatings, is performed to evaluate intermetallic phases formation kinetics and the influence of intermetallic microstructure on coating damage under constant bending deformation.…”
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Sn and Ti influences on intermetallic phases damage in hot dip galvanizing by V. Di Cocco

“…In this work a comparative microstructural analysis, in Zn-Sn and Zn-Ti coatings, is performed to evaluate intermetallic phases formation kinetics and the influence of intermetallic microstructure on coating damage under constant bending deformation.…”
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