Radar-equivalent snowpack: reducing the number of snow layers while retaining their microwave properties and bulk snow mass by J. Meloche, N. R. Leroux, B. Montpetit, V. Vionnet, C. Derksen

“…<p>Snow water equivalent (SWE) retrieval from Ku-band radar measurements is possible with complex retrieval algorithms involving prior information on the snowpack microstructure and a microwave radiative transfer model to link backscatter measurements to snow properties. …”
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Effect and Underlying Mechanism of Degree of Gelatinization of Potato Starch on Emulsion Stability by LIAO Jinxian, ZHAO Ruixuan, LIU Qiannan, LIU Wei, LIU Shucheng, WEI Shuai, HU Honghai

“…The effect of DSG on the stability of the emulsions was evaluated by through measurement of the storage stability, Fourier transform infrared spectra (FTIR), Turbiscan stability index (TSI), particle size, microstructure, and rheological properties. …”
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One-Part Alkali-Activated Slag/Fly Ash for Soft Soil Stabilization: Freeze-Thaw Durability Assessment and Mechanism Elucidation by Li Liu, Mengjie Yuan, Xiyao Zheng, Jun Wu

“…Mass loss, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), and pH value were conducted to assess soil deterioration and structural integrity under freeze-thaw conditions. Additionally, microstructure analysis was conducted using scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry (SEM-EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) to analyze hydration product formation and internal structure characteristics. …”
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Establishment of Microwave Drying Dynamic Model for Foshou Leaves Powder and Analysis of Quality Characteristics by Hui SUN, Bo ZHANG, Jianghong ZHOU, Zhenyi XU, Zhixing MAO, Yuxiang WANG, Jie PANG

“…To enhance the drying efficiency and quality of Foshou leaf powder, this investigation assessed the effects of intermittent drying modes, microwave power, and load amount on its drying attributes and sensory qualities, utilizing dry basis moisture content, rate of dehydration, and sensory evaluations as benchmarks. The objective was to identify the most favorable drying conditions while also compare the variances in microstructure, color, chlorophyll concentration, hygroscopicity, solubility, and tea polyphenol between Foshou leaf powders dried using hot air and microwave techniques. …”
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Moderate static magnetic fields prevent estrogen deficiency-induced bone loss: Evidence from ovariectomized mouse model and small sample size randomized controlled clinical trial. by Shenghang Wang, Jiancheng Yang, Yunpeng Wei, Chao Cai, Shuai Chen, Youde Wu, Xiao Li, Lilei Sun, Xianglin Li, Ming Gong, Jianhua Zhou, Yawei Hu, Wang Zhang, Zengfeng Guo, Jiacheng Liao, Chunling Luo, Xiaosu Bai, Xinle Luo, Liming Duan, Ting Huyan, Zhouqi Yang, Min Wei, Yanwen Fang, Hao Zhang, Peng Shang

“…At the animal level, the effect of MMF exposure for 8 weeks on estrogen deficiency-induced bone loss was investigated by evaluating bone microstructure, mechanical properties, and bone conversion using ovariectomized (OVX) mice. …”
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Impaired intestinal calcium absorption and osteopathy in ICR/Mlac-hydro mice with hypoparathyroidism and severe hydronephrosis by Panan Suntornsaratoon, Kannikar Wongdee, Nithipak Thammayon, Jarinthorn Teerapornpuntakit, Nattapon Panupinthu, Wacharaporn Tiyasatkulkovit, Sarawut Lapmanee, Krittikan Chanpaisaeng, Surachai Chantip, Narattaphol Charoenphandhu

“…Ultra-high resolution micro-computed tomography further revealed defects in the trabecular bone microstructure, consistent with several abnormalities of bone histomorphometric parameters, e.g., reductions in osteoblast surface, active erosion surface, mineral apposition rate and bone formation rate. …”
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Screw pull-out force predictions in porcine radii using efficient nonlinear µFE models including contact and pre-damage by Pia Stefanek, J. D. Silva-Henao, J. D. Silva-Henao, Victoria Fiedler, A. G. Reisinger, A. G. Reisinger, Dieter H. Pahr, Alexander Synek

“…However, the detailed representation of bone microstructure, along with the inclusion of nonlinear material and contact, and pre-damage due to pre-drilling and screw-insertion, constitute significant computational demands and restrict model sizes. …”
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In Situ-Prepared Nanocomposite for Water Management in High-Temperature Reservoirs by Hui Yang, Jian Zhang, Zhiwei Wang, Shichao Li, Qiang Wei, Yunteng He, Luyao Li, Jiachang Zhao, Caihong Xu, Zongbo Zhang

“…The tailored nanocomposite allows for the precise management of gelation kinetics and microstructure formation, effectively addressing water control and enhancing the plugging effect in high-temperature reservoirs. …”
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Effect of carbon quantum dots on the anticorrosive action of the tin coatings by Taiane Fíngolo Duarte, Victor Magno Paiva, Braulio Soares Archanjo, Clara Muniz da Silva de Almeida, Natasha Midori Suguihiro, Rodrigo José Corrêa, Emerson Schwingel Ribeiro, Eliane D'Elia

“…However, the thickness and microstructure of the material can impact its resistance. …”
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Performance of foam concrete containing low-temperature calcined clay as a partial replacement of Portland cement by Alassane Compaore, Kicoun Jean-Yves N’Zy Toure, Desmond Edem Primus Klenam, Tabiri Kwayie Asumadu, John David Obayemi, Nima Rahbar, Charles Migwi, Abdallah Sarroney Merenga, Winston Oluwole Soboyejo

“…For W/B of 0.6 and 0.7, OPC was partially replaced with metakaolin (calcined at 650 °C for 2 h) at levels of 10 % and 20 %. Properties evaluated included fresh and dry density, workability, porosity, compressive and flexural strengths at 7, 14, and 28 days, ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV), water absorption, thermal conductivity, and microstructure. …”
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Antibacterial Properties of Plasma-activated Water on Escherichia coli and Its Effect on Storage Quality of Duck Fillets by Shilong JU, Junqi LI, Lanting DENG, Liyuan NIU, Daodong PAN, Lihui DU

“…The antibacterial activity of PAW was evaluated by analyzing its active substances, and examining the reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and microstructure changes of Escherichia coli (E. coli) treated with PAW. …”
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Caracterización de bentonitas y zeolitas sin tratamiento como refuerzo en materiales compuestos de matriz polimérica//Characterization of untreated zeolites and bentonites as reinf... by Francisco Jesús Mondelo‐García, Liaqat Alí‐Shah, Francisco Jesús‐Almeida, José Luis Valín‐Rivera, María Grasa da-Silva‐Valenzuela, Francisco Rolando Valenzuela‐Díaz, Yosvani Guerra‐Silva, Frank Pérez‐Rodríguez

“…These materials were evaluated for physical and chemical assay techniques such as X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, moisture, cation exchange capacity, absorption and swelling aqueous<br />diluent. …”
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Research on frost resistance and life prediction of fly ash manufactured sand concrete under negative temperature curing by Li Gong, Tao Ran, Yanzhong Bu, Tianle Xu, Xuehao Zhao

“…This study designed manufactured sand concrete with different FA content (0 %, 10 %, 15 %, 20 %) and conducted freeze-thaw cycle tests on concrete cured under −5°C and 20°C to investigate the impact of FA dosage on the frost resistance and microstructure of manufactured sand concrete in high-altitude cold regions. …”
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Effects of Electroacupuncture on Syt3 and GluA2 in Rats With Limb Spasms After Intracerebral Hemorrhage by Xudong Lu, Huiling Ren, Hequn Chen, Guosheng Shi, Xuanbo Luo, Kai Liu, Qinglin Zhao, Dawei Zhao, Changfa Li, Wei Bu

“…Transmission electron microscopy was utilized to examine the microstructure of neurons and synapses. Results Compared to the ICH group, rats in the EA group showed reduced muscle tone in the left limbs and significant improvement in neurological deficits and motor function. …”
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Modelo matemático para la caracterización del envejecimiento del acero 12Cr1MoV superenvejecido a partir del efecto Barkhausen // Mathematical model to characterize the ageing on o... by Frank de los Reyes‐Rodríguez, Julio Capó‐Sánchez, Eduardo Franco‐Fidalgo

“…</p><p><br />Key words: non destructives testing, magnetic Barkhausen noise, microstructure, steels.</p>…”
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Tibial adaptations to dietary 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 supplementation under two distinct vitamin regimens in young ducks by J.X. Yin, Y.Y. Huang, Minh Tu Nguyen, X.M. Si, Y.Q. Huang, W. Chen, H.Y. Zhang

“…The high-vitamin regimen contained greater amounts of all vitamins except biotin and significantly enhanced ash content, tibial microstructure, fracture load, and reduced tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) scores (P < 0.05) compared to the regular regimen, despite no impact on growth performance or tibia length, weight, and diameter (P > 0.05). …”
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Comparative Gastrointestinal Digestion Dynamics of Air-Dried and Freeze-Dried Yak Jerky: Insights from a Dynamic <i>In Vitro</i> Human Stomach–Intestine (DHSI-IV) System by Bei Xue, Zhendong Liu, Yiling Wen, Yubing Lu, Yidan Zhang, Jingjing Wang, Xiao Dong Chen, Peng Wu

“…These improvements may be attributed to the porous microstructure and reduced processing-induced protein cross-linking in VFDM, facilitating enhanced enzyme access. …”
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Effects of Packaging with Different Oxygen Resistance Materials on the Quality of Fresh Pork by Xiaoyu CHAI, Dequan ZHANG, Debao WANG, Xin LI, Chengjun MIN, Yuqian XU, Chaoqiao ZHU, Wei YANG, Weili RAO, Chengli HOU

“…Compared to OPP group, the increase of TVB-N value and carbonyl group content on 15 d were significantly (P<0.05) inhibited by HORP and MORP group, inhibited protein oxidation of pork during the storage period, the content of total sulfhydryl group in HORP and MORP group was higher than that of OPP group. The microstructure of muscles fibers detected by scanning electron microscope in the HORP and MORP group was observed to have the best structural integrity. …”
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Novel Nanozyme-Based Multicomponent in situ Hydrogels with Antibacterial, Hypoxia-Relieving and Proliferative Properties for Promoting Gastrostomy Tube Tract Maturation by Xiao F, Yan B, Yuan T, He Y, Zhang X, He X, Peng W, Xu Y, Cao J

“…The MO-HPA demonstrated a homogeneous and porous microstructure. Additionally, the gelation time, swelling ratio, rheological behavior, and mechanical properties of hydrogels could be tuned by adjusting the HP content. …”
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Investigation of the features of the structural organization of inulin and analysis of the possibilities of its application by V. A. Byzov, V. V. Litvyak, N. D. Lukin, V. V. Shilov, Yu. F. Roslyakov, J. K. Irmatova

“…Photography (macro photography) was carried out using a SONY NEX-5N camera (Thailand). The microstructure was studied using an Olympus CX41RF light microscope (magnification 40, 100 and 400 times), ALTRA 20 Soft Imaging Sistem camera (Japan). …”
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