Influence of scanning patterns on residual stresses and mechanical properties in LPBF-manufactured cellular structures by Ahmed Abdelgawad, Imad Barsoum, Rashid K. Abu Al-Rub

“…However, residual stresses, distortion, and microstructure evolution must be controlled for broader industrial adoption. …”
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Sintering-driven optimization of multi-ionic SDC-Na2CO3 nanocomposite electrolytes for low-temperature solid oxide cell applications by Maria Carmenza Diaz Lacharme, Andrea Bartoletti, Katia Monzillo, Riccardo Ceccato, Francesco Parrino, Emanuela Callone, Sandra Dirè, Vincenzo Vaiano, Alessandra Sanson, Angela Gondolini, Alessandro Donazzi

“…The impact of sintering temperature on phase composition, microstructure, conductivity, and stability was systematically studied. …”
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Assessing pteropod shell dissolution to advance ocean monitoring techniques: a methods comparison of SEM, CT, and light microscopy by Bryce E. Koester, Bryce E. Koester, John C. Handley, John C. Handley, Maven Mercado, Maven Mercado, Owen A. Goodchild, Owen A. Goodchild, Rosie L. Oakes, Rosie L. Oakes, Rosie L. Oakes, Jocelyn A. Sessa, Jocelyn A. Sessa

“…Although the genera Heliconoides and Limacina have different shell microstructures, the relationship between LDX and SEM dissolution did not vary by species. …”
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Tribocorrosion behavior of nickel-free duplex and 316L stainless steels fabricated by laser powder bed fusion in artificial seawater by Abhinav Anand, Chinmayee Nayak, Ermei Mäkilä, Zaiqing Que, Heidi Piili, Sneha Goel, Antti Salminen, Ashish Ganvir

“…In this work, nickel-free duplex stainless steel (NiFDSS) and 316L stainless steel were produced by laser powder bed fusion (PBF-LB/M) under optimized parameters, reaching 98.83 % and 99.80 % relative densities, respectively. Microstructural analysis showed transformation from fully ferritic in the as-built condition to duplex after heat treatment (950 °C/1 h, followed by water quenching) for NiFDSS. …”
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Wear Characterization and Coefficient of Friction Prediction Using a Convolutional Neural Network Model for Chromium-Coated SnSb11Cu6 Alloy by Mihail Kolev, Vladimir Petkov, Veselin Petkov, Rositza Dimitrova, Shaban Uzun, Boyko Krastev

“…The present study explores the electrodeposition of chromium coatings on SnSb11Cu6 alloys to improve their microstructural, mechanical, and tribological properties. …”
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Synthesis of eco-friendly alkali-activated materials based on incineration by-products and cigarette filters: A Novel Approach to Address Cigarette Pollution by Hamza El Fadili, Mohammed Ben Ali, Azzedine Moussadik, Mohammed El Mahi, Md Naimur Rahman, El Mostapha Lotfi

“…Moreover, a slight enhancement in thermal insulation capacity was observed (up to ∼9.28%). The microstructural analyses, encompassing XRD, FT-IR, and SEM/EDX examinations, revealed the formation of geopolymeric gels N-A-S-H and C-A-S-H in all specimens. …”
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Analytical Prediction of Multi-Phase Texture in Laser Powder Bed Fusion by Wei Huang, Mike Standish, Wenjia Wang, Jinqiang Ning, Linger Cai, Ruoqi Gao, Hamid Garmestani, Steven Y. Liang

“…The tendency and appearances of both BCC and HCP phases in pole figures predicted agree well with the experimental results. This texture evolution model provides a new paradigm for future researchers to model the texture or microstructure evolution semi-analytically and save many computational resources in a real-world perspective. …”
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Impact of glucose metabolism on myocardial fibrosis and inflammation in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: a cardiac MR study by Xin Peng, Xin Peng, Huaibi Huo, Zhengkai Zhao, Qiuyi Cai, Jiangyu Tian, Dandan Yang, Yao Song, Yuheng Huang, Zhuoan Li, Jin Gao

“…This retrospective study aimed to evaluate myocardial microstructural alterations, particularly fibrosis and subclinical inflammation, in HCM patients across glycemic statuses using multiparametric cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR). …”
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Kenaf/basalt fiber-reinforced epoxy matrix hybrid composites: Current trends, challenges, and future prospects in advanced material development by Palanivendhan Murugadoss, Ashish Verma, Suhas Ballal, Vijay J. Upadhye, Krishna Kumar Shukla, Priyadarshi Das, Kamakshi Priya K

“…This study aims to develop and evaluate hybrid polymer composites reinforced with kenaf and basalt fibers, focusing on enhancing mechanical strength, thermal stability, structural integrity, and antibacterial effectiveness. …”
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Morphofunctional efficacy of Phyllanthus amarus alkaloid extract on semen quality, hormonal profile and gonadal histomorphometric status in Plasmodium berghei-induced mice by Evelyn Tarela Ojugbeli, Solomon Ugochukwu Okom, Bartholomew Chukwuebuka Nwogueze, Pere-Ebi Yabrade Toloyai, Innocent Onyesom

“…Data from our study revealed that Plasmodium berghei malaria-induced infection significantly (p<0.05) increased testicular hormones of testosterone and luteinizing hormone levels were significantly (p<0.05) reduced, semen quality were compromised and the microstructural architecture of the testes were distorted. …”
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The effect of surface roughness on the formation of passivation layer on the A356 aluminum alloy by Jiawei Li, Dongzhu Lu, Quantong Jiang, Wenke Gao, Chaoqun Li, Qichao Zhang, Yishan Jiang, Yanliang Huang, Baorong Hou

“…These findings provided new insights into the microstructural mechanisms underlying passivation layer formation and highlighted the critical role of surface treatment in optimizing corrosion resistance.…”
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Synergistic effect of boron and chromium on phase transformations and mechanical properties of boron-alloyed cast steel after quenching and tempering by Beata Białobrzeska, Rafał Dziurka, Piotr Bała, Magdalena Lemecha, Krzysztof Ligier, Jerzy Napiórkowski

“…Two cast steels were developed: one alloyed with both chromium (0.9 wt%) and boron (0.003 wt%), and a reference material containing only boron. Microstructural analysis was performed using light microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. …”
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Electron beam powder bed fusion of Ti–1Al–8V–5Fe: Defying post-processing need with high strength and outstanding ductility by X.Z. Zhang, Q. Zhou, W.D. Zhang, J.Z. Niu, Y.B. Qin, P.C. Zhang, J. Wang

“…In this study, we demonstrate that Ti–1Al–8V–5Fe (Ti-185) alloy, fabricated via electron beam powder bed fusion (EB-PBF), can simultaneously achieve high strength and outstanding ductility without any post-process heat treatment. Microstructural and mechanical evaluations were conducted on samples from the top, middle, and bottom regions of the as-fabricated components. …”
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Effects of Colemanite and Fiber Types on Strength and Water Absorption of Mortar Mixtures Containing Air-Entraining Admixture by Ayşe İrem Ozansoy, Süleyman Özen

“…Fresh-state properties (slump-flow and admixture requirements) and hardened-state properties (28-day compressive/flexural strength and water absorption) were evaluated. Selected samples underwent SEM analysis for microstructural assessment. …”
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ANFIS modelling of the strength properties of natural rubber latex modified concrete by Efiok Etim Nyah, David Ogbonna Onwuka, Joan Ijeoma Arimanwa, George Uwadiegwu Alaneme, G. Nakkeeran, Ulari Sylvia Onwuka, Chinenye Elizabeth Okere

“…Beyond these thresholds, mechanical properties declined due to matrix destabilization. Microstructural analysis using Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy confirmed NRL’s role in reducing porosity and enhancing matrix uniformity. …”
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Sol–Gel Derived Alumina Particles for the Reinforcement of Copper Films on Brass Substrates by Samah Sasi Maoloud Mohamed, Marija M. Vuksanović, Dana G. Vasiljević-Radović, Ljiljana Janković Mandić, Radmila M. Jančić Heinneman, Aleksandar D. Marinković, Ivana O. Mladenović

“…The MMC Cu-Al₂O₃ films were synthesized electrochemically using the co-electrodeposition method. Microstructural and topographical analyses of pure (alumina-free) Cu films and the Cu films with incorporated Al₂O₃ particles were performed using FE-SEM/EDS and AFM, respectively. …”
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Integrated Mechanical and Eco-Economical Assessments of Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Concrete by Qasim Shaukat Khan, Raja Hilal Ahmad, Asad Ullah Qazi, Syed Minhaj Saleem Kazmi, Muhammad Junaid Munir, Muhammad Hassan Javed

“…This research evaluates the mechanical properties, environmental impacts, and cost-effectiveness of Hub Coal fly ash (FA)-based geopolymer concrete (FAGPC) as a sustainable alternative to ordinary Portland cement (OPC) concrete. …”
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Impact of clay coating on sandstone reservoir quality: A multiphase-field investigation by numerical simulation by Akash KUMAR, Michael SPÄTH, Nishant PRAJAPATI, Benjamin BUSCH, Daniel SCHNEIDER, Christoph HILGERS, Britta NESTLER

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Damage of bamboo and wooden materials based on linear elastic fracture mechanics in garden design by Tang Haiyan

“…Wooden materials and bamboo materials with clear microstructure are composite biomaterials which can be studied under multiple scales. …”
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Modified Okara improves Noodle Properties: Effects on digestibility, structure, and functionality by Guohong Tian, Meidan Li, Shuqi Xing, Laping He, Cuiqin Li, Shunbin Qiao, Ye Yuan, Taixun Luo

“…Structural characterization by FTIR, and SEM showed that okara promoted starch-protein-lipid complex formation and created porous networks that effectively encapsulated starch granules. These microstructural modifications were functionally significant, as dynamic rheological confirmed improved dough elasticity (G′ increased) at low okara concentrations. …”
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