Verification of Interaction Between Cl⁻ Erosion and Carbonation in Marine Concrete by Maohua Zhang, Lin Du, Ronghua Xu

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is employed to examine the microstructure of the concrete, elucidating the interplay between Cl⁻ erosion and carbonation. …”
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Densification of CuO-ZrO2 Nanocomposites by Flash Sintering by Zeynep Çetinkaya

“…The CuO/ZrO2 NCPs pellet was successfully produced with the lower sintering temperature (673 oC) and duration (60 seconds) by FS under a current density of 50 mA/mm2, and electric field (100 V/cm). The microstructure and density of the pellets produced from CS and FS experiments were evaluated. …”
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Research of regimes of applying coats by the method of plasma electrolytic oxidation on Ti-6Al-4V by Б.К. Рахадилов, Д.Р. Байжан, Ж.Б. Сагдолдина, К. Торебек

“…Plasma electrolytic oxidation was carried out in electrolytes with different chemical compositions and the effect of the electrolyte on the macro-and microstructure, pore size, phase composition and wear resistance of coatings was estimated. …”
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The effect of adding ZrO2 nanoparticles on the transverse strength and hardness of microwave-cured acrylic and heat-cured acrylic denture base materials by Marwah M. Shehab, Radhwan Himmadi Hasan, Rana Rabee Aziz

“…Attenuated total reflectance–Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy was used to analyze the microstructure. The samples were prepared following the manufacturer’s instructions for each material. …”
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Investigation of Alkali Activated Ferrochromium Slag Composites Including Waste Marble Powder by Mehmet Emiroğlu, Servet Yıldız, Merve Koç Keskinkılınç, Şule Sekin Eronat

“…Na2SiO3 and various molarity levels of NaOH, were evaluated to create AAFS. The study encompasses a comprehensive analysis, including SEM, XRD, and XRF, to understand the microstructure and chemical composition of the resulting composites. …”
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Machine Learning-Driven Prediction of Wear Rate and Phase Formation in High Entropy Alloy Coatings for Enhanced Durability and Performance by S. Sivaraman, N. Radhika, Muhammad Abubaker Khan

“…High Entropy Alloys (HEAs) are widely recognized for their excellent microstructure and properties, enhancing their effectiveness in surface modification through coatings techniques. …”
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KARAKTERISASI KEKERASAN DAN KEKUATAN TARIK BAJA TAHAN KARAT SS304 DENGAN VARIASI ELEKTRODA LAS BUSUR LISTRIK by Andika Wisnujati, Mudjijana Mudjijana, Sutoyo Sutoyo

“…NSN 309L demonstrated moderate hardness, indicating a more balanced microstructure that provides good toughness and ductility. …”
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Hydrogen peroxide activation of waste tire crumb rubber for improving compatibility with bitumen: Laboratory and molecular dynamics insights by Nie Tian, Piergiorgio Tataranni, Cesare Sangiorgi

“…Compatibility was also indirectly evaluated through modified boiling tests and storage stability tests. …”
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Effect of hybrid nano particle reinforcements on fractographic, mechanical and wear behavior of Al6061 alloy composites manufactured by ultrasonic assisted stir casting technique by Annapoorna Krishnappa, Shobha Ramesh, Bharath Vedashantha Murthy, Rajanna Siddagangappa, Srimadhu Ashokkumar, Madeva Nagaral, Virupaxi Auradi

“…Scanning Electron Microscopy was used to analyze the microstructure of the produced nano composite to ascertain the distribution of Al2O3 and ZrO2 nano particles and to analyze the fractured and wear characteristics. …”
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Traditional Chinese medicine Yisui Tongjing relieved neural severity in experimental autoimmune neuritis rat model by Zhang E, Li M, Zhao J, Dong Y, Yang X, Huang J

“…We evaluated the potential clinical application of a traditional Chinese medicine YSTJ by intragastric administration and compared its effect with immunoglobulin. …”
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Bigels containing different wax-based oleogels as laminating fat replacers in croissants by Christine Steinkellner, Lina Kroll, Knut Franke

“…Beeswax (BW), carnauba wax (CBW), candelilla wax (CLW), and rice bran wax (RBW) were evaluated as oleogelators at concentrations between 12 and 20 % w/w in the oleogel. …”
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Enhancing output and durability of polymer-based piezoelectric vibration energy harvesters using mechanical metamaterials by Shunta HASEGAWA, Kota MORISHITA, Yuya TANAKA, Gen HASHIGUCHI, Hiroshi TOSHIYOSHI, Takaaki SUZUKI

“…However, concerns regarding decreased yield during the deposition process of the thin-film piezoelectric layer and potential compromises in the microstructure strength have been identified. In response to these challenges, this study focuses on redesigning PVEHs to improve the yield and structural integrity. …”
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Dental zirconia residuals recycling: processes, applications, and future perspectives: a scoping review by Ahmed Yaseen Alqutaibi, Hatem Hazzaa Hamadallah, Aseel Mohammed Aloufi, Ayman Thamer Alharbi, Rawan Mohammed Alaydaa, Mohammed Ahmed Alghauli

“…Further, the review evaluates the potential applications of recycled zirconia in dentistry. …”
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Efficacy of Pluchea dioscoridis leaf extract against pathogenic Candida albicans by Nessma Ahmed El Zawawy, ElSayed ElSayed Hafez

“…Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Pluchea dioscoridis leaf extract on growth, survival, morphogenesis, and virulence gene expression of Candida albicans. …”
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Umbilical Cord Patch Transplantation for Corneal Perforations and Descemetoceles by Hua-Tao Xie, Dan Zhao, Yang Liu, Ming-Chang Zhang

“…The thickness and microstructure of UCP were measured. All eyes were treated with UCP and amniotic membrane transplantation for corneal reconstruction. …”
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Effect of SiC nanoparticles on the wear and corrosion resistance of Ag-Si composite coatings prepared by electrodeposition technique by F. Bakhtiarifard, N. Nayebpashaee

“…The effects of important parameters such as SiC nanoparticles, direct current, and pulse reverse electrodeposition on the microstructure, wear, and corrosion resistance of Ag-Si-SiC coatings were investigated. …”
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Non-Invasive Diagnosis and Monitoring of Diabetic Nephropathy: Assessment of Renal Function and Fibrosis by Diffusion Kurtosis Imaging by Yuan JL, Hu LA, Wang XY, Shi ZY, Chen T, Huang XZ, Wu Y, Cai QJ, Yang ZX, Chen XY, Yuan L, Zhang Y

“…MK may also help track treatment response, offering a way to monitor improvements in kidney microstructure following therapies.Keywords: diabetes mellitus, diabetic nephropathy, diffusion kurtosis imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, mean kurtosis…”
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Study on the carbonation resistance of sulphoaluminate cement grouting materials enhanced by acrylamide in-situ polymerization modification by Guangling Shi, Hucheng Chai, Liya Zhao, Songhui Liu, Zhiying Guo, Haibo Zhang

“…SAC was modified with varying AM dosages (0–40 %), and the carbonation depth, mechanical properties, and microstructure were evaluated after different carbonation periods. …”
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HTPB propellant aging mechanisms and safety characteristics: microscopic structural changes, thermal stability, and self-accelerating decomposition temperature by Xi-chen Liu, Yi-min Luo, Wen-jiang Li, Fei-yang Xu, Xing-liang Wu, Qiang Li, Da-bin Liu

“…In this study, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TG), and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) were employed to evaluate the microstructural and thermal stability changes in HTPB propellant due to aging. …”
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Influence of Commercial Saturated Monoglyceride, Mono-/Diglycerides Mixtures, Vegetable Oil, Stirring Speed, and Temperature on the Physical Properties of Organogels by Omar Gerardo Rocha-Amador, Jose Alberto Gallegos-Infante, Qingrong Huang, Nuria Elizabeth Rocha-Guzman, Martha Rocio Moreno-Jimenez, Ruben F. Gonzalez-Laredo

“…The objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of gelator, vegetable oil, stirring speed, and temperature on the physical properties of obtained organogels. …”
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