Enhanced insulation properties of AFEP via constructing one-dimensional ZnO nanostructures by Jun Xie, Bobin Xu, Guowei Xia, Youzhi Zhang, Xiaoyu Shi, Ping Huang, Yan Li, Qing Xie

“…This improves the interface bonding between aramid fibers and epoxy resin, further boosting the composite material's insulation performance. The microstructure evolution of the fiber surface is verified through microscopic characterization, and the influence of different construction parameters (concentration, time) on the insulation performance. of the AFEP composite is investigated via electrical performance testing. …”
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Hot deformation behavior, dynamic recrystallization and precipitation behavior of a novel Er, Zr-microalloyed Al–Cu–Mg alloy by Zhizheng Rong, Xiaolan Wu, Fangyan He, Shengping Wen, Xiangyuan Xiong, Kunyuan Gao, Wu Wei, Hui Huang, Zuoren Nie

“…The intrinsic relationship between hot deformation behavior and microstructure evolution in Er, Zr-microalloyed Al–Cu–Mg alloy was investigated by isothermal hot compression test. …”
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Macro and micro structural responses of dissimilar TC4/TC17 titanium alloy joints in linear friction welding and post-welding heat treatment processes and their effects on tensile... by Jiatao Liu, Jinglong Li, Feng Jin, Da Zhang, Wei Guo, Jiangtao Xiong

“…This study investigates the macro and microstructural responses of TC4/TC17 joints during LFW and post-weld aging, focusing on tensile and fatigue properties. …”
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The Effects of Different Types of Fly Ash on the Compressive Strength Properties of Briquettes by Özlem Çelik Sola, Murat Yayla, Barış Sayın, Cengiz Duran Atiş

“…The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of the different types of fly ash on the compressive strength properties of sintered briquettes. …”
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Influence of pre-strain on inelastic recovery and shape memory property of metastable Ti–10V–2Fe–3Al alloy by E. Zhu, Fuguo Li, Qian Zhao, Tong Wang, Anisah Farooq Hashmi

“…The microstructure evolution, inelastic recovery and shape memory effect of the solution treated metastable Ti–10V–2Fe–3Al (Ti-1023) alloy under tensile loading-unloading deformation were investigated. …”
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Model of the Mechanical Behavior of Cementitious Matrices Reinforced with Nanomaterials by Victor D. Balopoulos, Nikolaos Archontas, Stavroula J. Pantazopoulou

“…Experimental evidence supports this concept; however, testing at the nanoscale may only be conducted through nanoindentation, which has a limited range only providing localized results that cannot be extrapolated to general stress states. To evaluate the restraining action of nanomaterials in the gel microstructure, a computational mechanistic model has been developed where the material phases (gel, nanotubes, and pores) are modeled explicitly allowing for natural randomness in their distribution and orientation. …”
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Effect of heat-treatment on material properties of L-DED printed austenistic alloy 08CH18N10T for nuclear reactor applications by Štěpán Jedlan, Martin Ševeček, Antonín Prantl, Josef Hodek, Pavel Podaný, Michal Brázda

“… This paper deals with the evaluation of material properties of the additively manufactured austenistic alloy 08CH18N10T, which is widely used in the Czech Republic nuclear power plants Temelín and Dukovany and other VVER reactors around the world. …”
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Multi-scale characterization of tight carbonate rocks based on digital cores by Changsheng Wang, Changsheng Wang, Lili Tian, Lili Tian, Chuanrui Sun, Chuanrui Sun, Yuwei Deng, Yuwei Deng, Ying Zhou, Ying Zhou, Xin Nie, Xin Nie

“…The characterization of carbonate microstructure is of great significance for the evaluation of carbonate oil and gas resources. …”
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Effect and Mechanism of Salt Spray on Electrical Insulation Properties of Silicone Rubber for Cable Accessories by Jingbing WANG, Fan ZHANG, Zhaolu CHENG, Jiaxing WANG, Xuguang ZHOU, Pengshuai QI, Yanhui WEI, Guochang LI

“…This study has guiding significance for evaluation of the aging performance and failure of cable accessories.…”
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Influence of MicroCT Resolution and Segmentation Techniques on Porosity Analysis in Carbonate Rocks by Olga M. O. Araújo, Alessandra Silveira Machado, Cíntia Ferreira, Davi F. Oliveira, Ricardo Tadeu Lopes

“…The resolution is essential due to the necessity to capture important microstructures. Lacustrine carbonate rocks form hydrocarbon accumulations, some of which are contained in oil fields and coquinas are one of the main reservoirs. …”
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Saline–CO₂ Solution Effects on the Mechanical Properties of Sandstones: An Experimental Study by Motao Duan, Haijun Mao, Guangquan Zhang, Junxin Liu, Sinan Zhu, Di Wang, Hao Xie

“…The mechanism of interaction evolution and fracture propagation was studied in detail by NMR, the triaxial compression test and a CT scan. …”
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Effect of in-situ SiC particles on the room–temperature dry sliding wear behavior of Al–12Si–4Cu–2Ni–1Mg alloys by Chongchong Wu, Mengdi Zhang, Jing Zhou, Jingjing Ruan, Xiangfa Liu

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Phase-field simulation study of dendritic growth in directional solidification of Fe-C alloy under varied initial solute concentrations by Hong-bo Zeng, Xin-gang Ai, Ming Chen, Rui Guan, Qing-song Chen, Zhong-lin Hou

“…As a method to control the solidification process of metal to optimize the microstructure, directional solidification technology is a common and effective way to improve the axial mechanical properties of alloy. …”
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The Increment of Choroidal Thickness in Euthyroid Graves’ Ophthalmopathy: Is It an Early Sign of Venous Congestion? by Eylem Cagiltay, Fahrettin Akay, Ozgur Demir, Erdinç Aydın, Berkay Akmaz, Baris Pamuk

“…Impaired ocular blood flow may disrupt the retinal microstructure and functions. In this study, we aimed to investigate the macular and choroidal thickness changes in GO compared with healthy subjects. …”
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Dynamic Mechanical Properties and Deformation Mechanisms of Lightweight High-Strength TWIP Steel by Jia Yang, Xiyue Liu, Yu Tang, Shuxin Bai, Yicong Ye, Manchao He, Min Xia

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) were employed to analyze the microstructural evolution and fracture mechanisms of tensile specimens. …”
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Macrosegregation of Carbon in Heavy Steel Casting by V. Pernica, A. Záděra, V. Kaňa, V. Krutiš

“…The macrosegregation of elements significantly affects the structure in terms of microstructure and macrostructure of the casting as well as on its mechanical and operational properties. …”
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Influence of cement particle size, ultra-fine fly ash, and ultra-fine silica fume on the physical and microscopic properties of slurry by Kai Wang, Siyang Guo, Hua Yuan, Jiahui Ren, Pengyu Chen, Qihao Zhang

“…UFA and USF improve the microstructure of the cement surface. After adding UFA, cement hydration accelerates, and more calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) is generated in the later stage. …”
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Towards a better binder for pervious concrete: A case study on the flexural strength of fibre-reinforced high-strength cementitious paste (F-HSCP) under different curing conditions by Jie Li, Jun Xia, Luigi Di Sarno, Guobin Gong

“…This study investigates the mechanical performance and microstructure evolution of fibre-reinforced high-strength cementitious paste (F-HSCP) incorporating Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene fibre (UF), Glass fibre (GF), and Steel fibre (STF) across four curing conditions: standard 28-day water curing (W-Type), steam curing for 48 h (S-Type), 90 °c, 48-hour hot water bath curing (H-Type), and 8-hour, 1 MPa pressure, 180 °c autoclaved curing (A-Type). …”
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Structural mechanisms of formation of adiabatic shear bands by Mikhail Sokovikov, Dmitry Bilalov, Vladimir Oborin, Vasiliy Chudinov, Sergey Uvarov, Yuriy Bayandin, Oleg Naimark

“…Changes in the velocity of the rear surface at different time of plug ejection were analyzed by Doppler interferometry techniques. The microstructure of tested samples was analyzed using an optical interferometer-profilometer and a scanning electron microscope. …”
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Effect of residual stress on the mechanical strength in Al Beryl composites subjected to extrusion process by K.G. Sagar, P. SampthKumaran

“…Among them, creep and fatigue have been addressed in the literature for Aluminum based alloys and composites, but Residual Stress (RS) affecting mechanical properties are less cited especially for Aluminum Beryl Composites and further work needs to be undertaken and discussed.Hence, this particular work addresses the onset of Residual Stress (RS) measurements done using X-ray diffraction technique in aluminum beryl composites with Beryl content kept at 0, 2, 4 and 6 wt% and subjected to extrusion process and relating this to mechanical strength evaluated using UTM (Universal Testing Machine). By doing this, a good correlation among RS, strength, microstructure and hardness are evolved. …”
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