Effect of N-ethylmaleimide as a blocker of disulfide bonds formation on the properties of different protein-emulsion MP composite gels by Yuyu Xu, Jingjing Yang, Mangang Wu, Shumin Lei, Peipei Yin, Qing Yin, Tianhao Zhu, Qingling Wang, Xinxin Zhao, Duxin Jin, Rui Liu, Qingfeng Ge, Hai Yu

“…In addition, the microstructure showed that the interfacial protein membrane of the emulsion globules were broken in different degrees, indicating that the interaction between the emulsion and the gel matrix was weakened. …”
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Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction and Microencapsulation of <i>Durvillaea incurvata</i> Polyphenols: Toward a Stable Anti-Inflammatory Ingredient for Functional Foods by Nicolás Muñoz-Molina, Javier Parada, Angara Zambrano, Carina Chipon, Paz Robert, María Salomé Mariotti-Celis

“…The microparticles (mean diameter, 2.75 µm) exhibited a uniform morphology, shell formation, glassy microstructure, and suitable physicochemical properties (moisture, 3.4 ± 0.1%; water activity, 0.193 ± 0.004; hygroscopicity, 30.3 ± 0.4 g/100 g) for food applications. …”
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Self-compacting concrete with reduced formwork pressures by Jiří Němeček, Pavel Trávníček, Jan Tichý

“…Short interruptions in the casting lead to microstructural changes and flocculation, thixotropy and early strength evolution. …”
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Optimization of Submerged Arc Welding through Voltage Variation to Achieve Superior Mechanical Properties Using P355N Base Material by B. Dorel Cioroagă, Vasile George Cioată, Ana Socalici, Emanoil Linul, Iosif Hulka, Iasmina-Mădălina Anghel

“…Significant changes were identified in microstructure, mechanical properties, and the shape and size of the welded joints. …”
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The addition of natural clay and industrial and agricultural waste on the performance of green and sustainable concrete by Inzimam Ul Haq, Ayub Elahi, Atif Khan, Afsar Ali, Qadir Bux alias Imran Latif Qureshi, Aïssa Rezzoug, Mohd Aamir Mumtaz

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was conducted to evaluate the microstructure and morphology of the developed concrete mixtures. …”
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Effect of high chromium content additions in iron-bonded Ti(C,N) cermets: a hardness-toughness tradeoff by Tabeen Halawat Pampori, Mart Kolnes, Kristjan Juhani, Marek Tarraste, Jakob Kübarsepp

“…This study investigates the effect of varying chromium (Cr) concentrations (20, 30, and 40 binder wt%) on the microstructural evolution, phase composition, and mechanical properties of Fe-bonded Ti(C,N)-based cermets. …”
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Metal Release and Cell Viability of 316L Stainless Steel Sputter-Coated with N-Doped a-C:H Coatings by António Fróis, João Ricardo Marques, Luís Santos, Marco Peres, Katharina Lorenz, Cristina Santos Louro, Ana Cristina Santos

“…Tests on the corrosion extracts were then performed by using monocultures of macrophages and fibroblasts, and their coculture; and cell viability was evaluated via the MTT test. Results show an overall inhibition of the SS corrosion, which enhanced the in vitro biocompatibility with a minimal effect on the coatings’ microstructure. …”
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Effect of supercritical CO2 permeation on Poly(vinylidene fluoride) at high temperatures and pressure applied to offshore flexible pipes by A. Ingrassia, M.R. Tagliari, E. Pilla, F.P. Santos, W.C. Guaglianoni, M.F. Borges

“…The temperature influence on the transport coefficients is correlated with the material microstructure and a comparison with literature data is presented. …”
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Experimental and Theoretical Study of the Thermal Shock Behavior of Insulating Refractory Materials by Anabella Mocciaro, Ricardo Anaya, María Florencia Hernández, Diego Richard, Nicolás Maximiliano Rendtorff

“…These findings suggest that controlled porosity and microstructure are key factors in improving the thermal performance and durability of insulating refractory materials in high-temperature applications.…”
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Automated system for high-throughput process-structure-property dataset generation of structural materials: A γ/γ′ superalloy case study by Thomas Hoefler, Ayako Ikeda, Toshio Osada, Toru Hara, Kyoko Kawagishi, Takahito Ohmura

“…We present an automated high-throughput method capable of gathering 2400 data points relating processing conditions, microstructure geometry and yield strength in just 13 days. …”
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Nanostructured Coatings Based on Langmuir–Blodgett Films of Perfluorodecanoic Acid for Flexible Sensors for the Analysis of Lead Ions in Water by G. B. Melnikova, D. V. Sapsaliou, T. N. Tolstaya, I. V. Korolkov, S. A. Chizhik, N. N. Zhumanazar, A. S. Baranova, M. V. Zdorovets

“…Techniques for modifying TeMs based on PET with a monolayer coating based on PFDA by the Langmuir‒Blodgett method, and with two-layer coatings, formed by soaking PET TeMs/PFDA in xylenol orange solutions have been developed. The microstructure and local mechanical properties of the sensor surface were studied by atomic force microscopy, and the wettability and values of the specific surface energy of PET TeMs before and after modification were evaluated using the ''sessile'' drop method. …”
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Investigation of the Usage Properties of Steel Slag as Pigment in Low-Temperature Glaze by Muhterem Koç, Eda Taşçı

“…The colour effects of 45 compositions created with a triple-phase diagram with steel slag, CoO, and Cr2O3 on low-temperature glaze composition were determined. The microstructural evaluation of the selected colours by SEM and EDX analysis were carried out.The prepared glaze compositions were applied by pouring on the high silica ceramic body. …”
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Enhancing strength and sustainability of concrete with steel slag aggregate by Ibrahim Kamal Ibrahim, Mohammed Rady, Nouran M. Tawfik, Mahmoud Kassem, Sameh Youssef Mahfouz

“…The study assessed the mechanical and physical properties of both fresh and hardened concrete to evaluate the overall effects of these alterations. …”
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Mechanisms of corrosive freeze-thaw damage in AA7075 using time-resolved x-ray microtomography and correlative electron microscopy by Ankit Kumar, Eshan Ganju, Daniel Sinclair, Nikhilesh Chawla

“…Damage mechanisms in freeze-thaw and conventional corrosion environments are compared, with correlations to microstructural evolution.…”
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The Variation of Precipitated Phase Investigated with the Usage of Nonlinear Ultrasonic Technique by Jun YOU, Yunxin WU, Hai GONG

“…Through the experimental data results, the fractional change in nonlinear parameter (Δβ/β0) and the change of precipitate phase over the aging time were fitted curve. Microstructural observations confirmed that those fluctuations are due to the formation and evolution of precipitates that occur in a unique precipitation sequence in this alloy. …”
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Synergistic Effects of Furfurylated Natural Fibers and Nanoclays on the Properties of Fiber–Cement Composites by Thamires Alves da Silveira, Felipe Vahl Ribeiro, Cristian Conceição Gomes, Arthur Behenck Aramburu, Sandro Campos Amico, André Luiz Missio, Rafael de Avila Delucis

“…The combination of furfurylated fibers and functionalized nanoclay provided the best results in maintaining a compact microstructure, reducing water absorption, and improving mechanical resilience. …”
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Injectable Hydrogel Combined with Nucleus Pulposus-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Degenerative Intervertebral Disc in Rats by Feng Wang, Li-ping Nan, Shi-feng Zhou, Yang Liu, Ze-yu Wang, Jing-cheng Wang, Xin-min Feng, Liang Zhang

“…In vitro, the biocompatibility, microstructure, and induced differentiation effect on NPMSC of the hydrogel were studied. …”
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Investigating carbide characteristics effect on multiscale mechanical behavior of AISI 420 steel using crystal plasticity simulation by Kegu Lu, Yadong Zhou, Soheil Solhjoo, Maysam Naghinejad, Redmer van Tijum, Yutao Pei, Jan Post

“…This study highlights the potential of the CP-RVE model as a tool for exploring macroscale behavior and studying the influence of microstructural features.…”
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Durability and Mechanical Analysis of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Metakaolin–Red Mud-Based Geopolymer Composites by Ouiame Chakkor

“…This results in a more compact and resilient microstructure. Using basalt fibers improves surface abrasion and impact resistance, which is advantageous for industrial flooring or infrastructure applications. …”
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A Review on the Aging Behavior of BADGE-Based Epoxy Resin by Wei He, Xinshuo Jiang, Rong He, Yuchao Zheng, Dongli Dai, Liang Huang, Xianhua Yao

“…These aging processes lead to irreversible physicochemical changes, manifested as degradation of microstructure, mechanical properties, and dynamic mechanical properties to varying degrees, with performance deterioration becoming increasingly significant over time. …”
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