Biomass Waste Incorporation in La_0.6Sr_0.4Co_0.2Fe_0.8O_3-α˗Ba(Ce_0.6Zr_0.4)_0.9Y_0.1O<su... by Ismariza Ismail, Nur Ashafieka Abdullah, Norizah Abd Karim, Shazlina Johari, Muhammad Mahyiddin Ramli

“…This study explores the incorporation of rice straw as a pore-forming agent in fabricating the La0.6Sr0.4Co0.2Fe0.8O3-α˗Ba(Ce0.6Zr0.4)0.9Y0.1O3–δ (LSCF-BCZY) composite cathode, focusing on its microstructural and physical properties. Conventional cathode materials often face challenges in balancing porosity and structural stability, with synthetic pore formers posing environmental and consistency concerns. …”
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Microstructure simulation of maraging steel 1.2709 processed by powder bed fusion of metals using a laser beam: A cellular automata approach with varying process parameters by Kai-Uwe Beuerlein, Mohammad Shojaati, Mazyar Ansari, Hannes Panzer, Shahriar Imani Shahabad, Mohsen K. Keshavarz, Michael F. Zaeh, Saeed Maleksaeedi

“…Meanwhile, the grain alignment angle has shown no explicit dependency on process parameters, underscoring the complex dynamics governing microstructural evolution. This methodology paves the way for advancing material design in various industries by enabling a precise control over mechanical properties through microstructure tailoring.…”
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Effect of Cr Content on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 0.03C-XCr-14Ni-2.3Mo-0.35Nb-Fe Austenitic Stainless Steel by Liang　Rui, Xu　Yang, Yi　Haoyu, Jiang　Yuefeng, Liang　Tian, Wang　Ping, Ma　Yingche

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Innovative Micro- and Nano-Architectures in Biomedical Engineering for Therapeutic and Diagnostic Applications by Nargish Parvin, Sang Woo Joo, Jae Hak Jung, Tapas K. Mandal

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Molten material movement trajectories and geometries in the ultrasonic vibration-assisted laser directed energy deposition by Sarower Kabir, Bo Zhao, Weilong Cong

“…But the LDED method is associated with issues such as porosity, lack of fusion, and inhomogeneity in microstructure and material distribution. Incorporating ultrasonic vibration- assisted (UV-A) LDED can greatly improve the fabricated components' quality while reducing the occurrence of these defects. …”
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Effect of Deformation Parameters on Thermomechanical Behaviour of GH500 Superalloy by Fu　Hao, Wang　Minshi, Dai　Pengchao

“…Based on the stress-strain curves and microstructural evolution obtained from hot compression tests， suitable forging processes have been explored. …”
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Investigation on effects of sludge and limestone in sustainable infrastructure: From performance optimization to carbon reduction by Xiaodong Zhang, Jun Yang, Ming Sun, Ying Su, Changchun Li, Shuanghong Ge, Chunmei Liu, Lei Yang, Fengxia Xu, Jiayang Zhang, Sinan Ouyang

“…Through advanced techniques such as SEM, XRD, and thermodynamic simulations, the hydration mechanisms and microstructural evolution are comprehensively explained. …”
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Epoxy/PCL nanocomposites: Effect of layered silicate on structure and behavior by J. Rotrekl, L. Matejka, L. Kapralkova, A. Zhigunov, J. Hromadkova, I. Kelnar

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Effects of Graphite Addition on Structure and Properties of CrCuFeNiTiAl₁ High-Entropy Alloys by Sergio Antonio García-Estrada, Ivanovich Estrada-Guel, Carlos Gamaliel Garay-Reyes, Cynthia Deisy Gómez-Esparza, Roberto Martínez-Sánchez, José Adalberto Castillo-Robles, José Amparo Rodríguez-García, Carlos Adrián Calles-Arriaga, Enrique Rocha-Rangel

“…Structural characterization was performed by XRD. A microstructural evaluation was conducted by SEM. The best mechanical microhardness and compressive strength results were obtained in the samples with the lowest amounts of graphite (238 μHV and 1000 MPa, respectively). …”
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Design of explosively welded Fe–Al multilayer laminated composite pipes: A critical microscopy analysis of stand-off distance and post-weld heat treatment effects on interface prop... by Mohammad Reza Jandaghi, Hesam Pouraliakbar, Johan Moverare, Vahid Fallah, Gholamreza Khalaj

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Influence of Wastes and Synthesis Conditions on the Compressive Strength, Setting Time and Gels of Waste-Based Geopolymers by Tianyu Wang, Feng Rao, Lang Yang, Kaixi Jiang, Nanan Lin, Liwei Mo

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Experimental Study on the Strength Characteristics of Modified Guilin Red Clay by Wenwu Chen, Zhigao Xie, Jiguang Chen, Mengyao Hong, Xiaobo Wang, Haofeng Zhou, Bai Yang

“…Consolidation undrained triaxial tests and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to evaluate the strength characteristics and microstructural changes in modified clay specimens with varying dosages. …”
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Preparing an Entry For The Turkish Learner's Dictionary by Mehmet Gürlek

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MICROSCOPICAL EXPLORATION OF POND ASH-INDUCED COMPRESSED INTERLOCKING BRICKS by Gaurav Udgata, Kaliprasanna Sethy, Amaresh Tripathy, Kirtikanta Sahoo, Dipti Ranjan Biswal

“…To counter this issue this study evaluates the compressive strength and microstructural characteristics of pond ash-induced compressed interlocking bricks made using fly ash, pond ash, quarry dust, and varying amounts of lime and cement. …”
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Effect of Steam Explosion Pretreatment on Nutritional and Antioxidant Properties of Rapeseed Oil by HUANG Ying, ZHENG Chang, ZHOU Qi, LIU Changsheng, LI Wenlin

“…In this study, rapeseed seeds were subjected to steam explosion pretreatment (0.4–1.4 MPa) and then cold-pressed into oil. The microstructures of the untreated and treated seeds were characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and the quality of rapeseed oil was comprehensively evaluated by measuring fatty acid profiles, functional components, and antioxidant capacity. …”
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Characterization of biocomposite films made from carboxymethyl cellulose, okra mucilage, and black cumin seed (Nigella sativa) oil by Response Surface Methodology by Fariba Shekar, Afshin Javadi, Sodeif Azadmard-Damirchi, hamed hamishehkar

“…FE-SEM analysis revealed that for all films, microstructural irregularities increased with higher concentrations of OM and BSO. …”
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Mechanisms and Strength Characteristics of Bio-based Solidified Lightweight Red Sandstone Residual Soil by WEN Shu-jie, XU Chang-yi, HUANG Xiang, HUANG Ying-hao, FU He-lin

“…Solidified lightweight red sandstone soil samples with EPS contents ranging from 0% to 1.125% were prepared. The internal microstructure of the modified red sandstone residual soil was analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Crack of a helicopter main rotor actuator attachment: failure analysis and lessons learned by L. Allegrucci, F. De Paolis, A. Coletta, M. Bernabei

“…Finally, the hydrogen content of the material was evaluated by the total hydrogen analysis. Microstructural and technological alloy characteristics were verified as well by using metallographic microscopy and hardness testing of the material.Macroscopic fracture surfaces evidences were characterized by the lack of any significant plastic deformations and by the presence of symmetry compared to the servo actuator axis. …”
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Assessment of mechanical and heavy metal leaching behavior of resource-efficient engineered cementitious composites incorporating ultra-high-volume municipal waste incineration bot... by Jun Liu, Yukun Wu, Lei Cheng, Hesong Jin, Jianxin Li, Feng Xing

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Ageing Effects on Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Fracture Behaviour of 9Cr-1.5Mo-1Co-VNbBN Martensitic Steel Welded Joint for High Temperature Application by Ladislav Falat, Viera Homolová, Lucia Čiripová, Peter Ševc, Milan Svoboda

“…Microstructure evolution was studied using analytical scanning and transmission electron microscopy. …”
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