SYNERGY BY MOLYBDENUM AND NIOBIUM ON PERFORMANCE OF COLD WORK TOOL STEELS by Aslan Unal

“…This article examines the application of one conventional and two next-generation CWTS units as punch tools in sheet metal pressing and thread rolling die for screw manufacturing It has been observed that the new-generation CWTS offers a longer lifespan compared to the traditional one. The microstructures were investigated, and the fine and evenly distributed multiple carbide structures that they can form were evaluated using FactSage® thermodynamic software. …”
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In vivo Confocal Microscopy for Corneal and Ocular Surface Pathologies: A Comprehensive Review by Ramirez-Miranda A, Guerrero-Becerril J, Ramirez M, Vera-Duarte GR, Mangwani-Mordani S, Ortiz-Morales G, Navas A, Graue-Hernandez EO, Alio JL

“…Arturo Ramirez-Miranda,1 Jesus Guerrero-Becerril,1 Manuel Ramirez,2 Guillermo Raul Vera-Duarte,1 Simran Mangwani-Mordani,1,3,4 Gustavo Ortiz-Morales,1 Alejandro Navas,1 Enrique O Graue-Hernandez,1 Jorge L Alio5 1Departamento de Córnea y Cirugía Refractiva, Instituto de Oftalmología Fundación Conde de Valenciana IAP, Mexico City, Mexico; 2Departamento de Córnea y Cirugía Refractiva, Asociación para Evitar la Ceguera en México, Hospital Luis Sánchez Bulnes, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, Mexico; 3Surgical Services, Department of Ophthalmology, Miami Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Miami, FL, USA; 4Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA; 5Research and Development Department, VISSUM Miranza, Alicante, SpainCorrespondence: Arturo Ramirez-Miranda, Instituto de Oftalmologia Fundacion Conde de Valenciana IAP, Chimalpopoca 14, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, Ciudad de México, CDMX, CP 06800, Mexico, Email arturorammir@gmail.comBackground: In vivo confocal microscopy (IVCM) is an advanced imaging technique that enables real-time, high-resolution visualization of corneal microstructures. Its clinical applications have expanded significantly, offering valuable insights into the pathophysiology of various ocular surface and corneal disorders. …”
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Effect of Different Cooking Methods on Quality of Salted Egg Yolk by Qianwei CHENG, Xinyue WEI, Shiyan FU, Lina GAN, Qiu ZHONG, Quandan WU, Yuan CHENG

“…This study elucidated the effects of different cooking methods on the macroscopic characteristics of SEY from a microstructural perspective and provided valuable data support for further research on its cooking techniques.…”
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Cognitive impairment and vulnerability of cholinergic brain network in the Alzheimer’s continuum: free-water imaging based on diffusion tensor imaging by Simin Zhao, Yuting Nie, Lulu Wen, Xinzuo Qin, Liyuan Huang, Changbiao Chu, Miao Qu, Miao Qu

“…The cholinergic brain network is a key hub for cognitive function, and microstructural changes detected by free water imaging in this system may be associated with cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). …”
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Mechanisms of Exogenous L-Lysine in Influencing the Quality of Low-Sodium Marinated Braised Beef by Chongxian Zheng, Pengsen Wang, Mingming Huang, Tong Jiang, Jianying Zhao, Yanwei Mao, Huixin Zuo

“…For low-sodium plain boiled beef, the optimal addition level of L-Lys was screened out through the research on the effects on meat quality indicators, water distribution, microstructure, and sensory evaluation. For the quality of low-sodium plain boiled beef, in terms of microstructure, the addition of L-Lys reduced muscle fiber breakage and voids, thereby improving its microstructural characteristics. …”
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Reusability limits of microblades in periodontal tunneling surgery: Impact on cutting efficiency, morphology, roughness, and clinical safety by Renata Oliveira Ribeiro Horn, Carlos Nelson Elias

“…This study aimed to evaluate the surface degradation and cutting capacity of microblades used in periodontal plastic surgeries. …”
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Assessment Method for Early Fatigue Failure of Crankshaft Based on Dispersion of Impact Energy by LI Xiangzhe, LIANG Gang, ZHENG Xiaomei, XU Congcong, XU Jinquan

“…The micro-mechanism of the scatter of strength and life characteristics is the nonuniform distribution of microstructures (including micro-defects) inside the material, which can be uniformly characterized by the probability distribution of initial damage. …”
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Laser Powder Bed Fusion of CuSn10: A Review by Robert Kremer, Somayeh Khani, Tamara Appel, Johannes Buhl, Heinz Palkowski

“…Through a systematic literature search, 32 articles on LPBF‐processed CuSn10 are identified and evaluated. This provides an overview of processing parameters, microstructures, mechanical properties, corrosion behavior, the effect of heat treatments, and multimaterial connections. …”
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Multi-Objective Optimization of Machinability and Energy Consumption of Cast Iron Depending on Cooling Rate by Burak Öztürk, Fuat Kara

“…Cooling rates in cast iron significantly impact its microstructure, leading to bainitic transformation instead of ferritic structures, resulting in microstructures with higher pearlite content and even cementite formation. …”
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Advancements in the application of optical coherence tomography in hepatopancreatobiliary systems: a comprehensive review by Liming Yao, Ying Pan, Jiang Yu, Kaiming Leng

“…Its superiority over conventional methods lies in its ability to provide submucosal assessments and real-time, wide-ranging tissue evaluations. The latest advancement in OCT technology, exemplified by the NVision Volumetric Laser Endomicroscopy (VLE) system, has significantly enhanced imaging quality and microstructure delineation, particularly in characterizing the intricate anatomy of pancreaticobiliary ducts. …”
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Deposition and Characterization of Cu-Enhanced High-Entropy Alloy Coatings via DC Magnetron Sputtering by Arcadii Sobetkii, Laurentiu-Florin Mosinoiu, Stefania Caramarin, Dumitru Mitrica, Laura-Madalina Cursaru, Alexandru-Cristian Matei, Ioan-Albert Tudor, Beatrice-Adriana Serban, Mihai Ghita, Nicoleta Vitan, Julia Witt, Ozlem Ozcan, Bogdan Postolnyi, Alexander Pogrebnjak

“…Deposition parameters were varied to select the optimal values. Microstructural evaluations using SEM-EDS (scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy), XRD (X-ray diffraction), and AFM (atomic force microscopy) revealed uniform, dense coatings with good adhesion composed of dendritic and interdendritic BCC (body-centered cubic) and FCC (face centered cubic) structures, respectively. …”
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Eco-Friendly Improvement of Comprehensive Engineering Properties of Collapsible Loess Using Guar Gum Biopolymer by Yuesong Zheng, Tianhao Li, Daokun Qi, Xiaojuan Xi, Fengzu Peng, Shijun Ding, Zhibao Nie, Xin Hu, Gaowen Zhao, Bo Xiao, Yake Tang, Wenhui Wang

“…The water stability of soil samples was evaluated by both cube and sphere crumb tests. SEM and EDS analyses were also conducted to determine the microstructural and mineral changes in soil. …”
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Impact of Steel Fibers and Carbon Nanotubes on the Strength and Quality of Cementitious Composites by Nikolaos Chousidis

“…The investigation included physicomechanical property evaluations, microstructural analysis, and ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) tests. …”
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Effect of Elevated Temperature on the Properties of Self-Compacting Mortar Containing Nanomaterials and Zircon Sand by Sahaya Ruben, M. Sophia, M. A. Raja, Chandran Masi

“…The mechanical properties, durability, and microstructure of the mortar were evaluated by conducting experiments at room temperature and then at 200°C, 400°C, 600°C, and 800°C. …”
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Synthesis and mechanical characterization of hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials reinforced with nickel-titanium-magnesium alloys for use in cortical bone implants by Refugio-García María E., Miranda-Hernández José G., Gallardo-Mendez Marco A., Vázquez-Huerta Gerardo, Rodríguez-García José A., Rocha-Rangel Enrique

“…The behavior of the composites reinforced with 50 and 60 wt.% NiTiMg alloy is similar to that of bovine cortical bone. The microstructures of the biomaterials are fine, homogeneous, and similar to those of bovine cortical bone. …”
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Enhancing recycled aggregate concrete with graphene quantum dots (GQDs): Refining wastes from construction demolitions and out-of-service railway sleepers by Anand Raj, Papassara Yamkasikorn, Atichon Kunawisarut, Chayut Ngamkhanong, Pitcha Jongvivatsakul, Lapyote Prasittisopin, Joongjai Panpranot, Sakdirat Kaewunruen

“…Mechanical properties (compressive and flexural strength) and durability (water absorption, chloride penetration) were evaluated. Microstructural analysis via FESEM and EDS assessed concrete behaviour. …”
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Application of Rosa roxburghii Tratt. extraction in improving gel properties and flavour of hairtail (Trichiurus lepturus) surimi by Jixiang Zhang, Lin Yu, Xinyang Li, Feifan Wu, Taiyu Li, Chenyang Zhao, Islam Shafiul, Xiaoguo Ying, Shanggui Deng, Charles Brennan, Soottawat Benjakul, Zhengxuan Qin, Lukai Ma

“…The results of water migration and protein secondary structure analysis showed that RRTE could effectively stabilise the internal water distribution of hairtail surimi gels and inhibit protein denaturation. Microstructural observation showed that the gel structure of hairtail surimi in the RRTE added group was more uniform and dense, and the fractal dimension was reduced. …”
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FUNCTIONAL AND DIFFUSION-TENSOR MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING IN DETECTION OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE ON EARLY STAGES by V. E. Sinitsyn, V. N. Gridin, E. M. Perepelova, M. S. Merkulova

“…New advanced methods of magnetic resonance imaging, such as functional (fMRI) and diffusiontensor imaging (DT-MRI), can evaluate changes in brain matter of AD at the microstructural and functional levels and can be used in the diagnostics of this pathological process on early stages of cognitive impairment. …”
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Ex vivo study of Porcine esophagus magnetic resonance imaging with a compact endoluminal coil by Siyue Zhang, Hanchao Pan, Yue Teng, Guangzheng Li, Huabin Zhu, Yonggang Li, Rui Li

“…These findings demonstrate that Endo-MR offers high spatial resolution and stable image quality, enabling detailed visualization of fine esophageal microstructures and small lesions, thus holding promising potential for clinical diagnosis.…”
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Simulation of the compression test of the Zr1Nb fuel cladding ring by Vojtěch Smolík, Alžběta Endrychová, Jakub Krejčí

“…This hostile environment results in mechanical and microstructural damage of cladding caused by different stress levels, temperature, corrosion, hydrogen pick up and other degradation processes further enhanced by radiation. …”
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