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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Multiscale Modeling of Silicon Carbide Cladding for Nuclear Applications: Thermal Performance Modeling by Gyanender Singh, Jianguo Yu, Fei Xu, Tiankai Yao, Peng Xu

“…In addition to the microstructural features, the properties of individual constituents of the composites and fiber tow architecture determine the bulk properties. …”
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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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High temperature effects on fatigue performance and crack initiation mechanisms of 316LN stainless steel for nuclear power pipelines by JianNeng Zheng, JunChao Hu, YueHui Jiang, QingYuan Wang, Kun Yang

“…Moreover, its microstructural features and fatigue crack nucleation mechanisms were further studied. …”
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Fatigue crack behavior on a Cu-Zn-Al SMA by V. Di Cocco, F. Iacoviello, S. Natali, V. Volpe

“…In order to improve the SMA performance, it is always necessary to identify the microstructural changing in mechanical and thermal conditions, using X-Ray analyses. …”
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Static and Fatigue Strength of Graphene Nanoplatelet-Reinforced AA6061-T6 Friction Stir Spot-Welded Lap Joints by Amir Alkhafaji, Daniel Camas, Hayder Al-Asadi

“…This has prompted researchers to focus on these defects and propose and investigate techniques to treat or compensate for their deteriorating effects on microstructural and mechanical properties under different loading conditions. …”
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Effect of B₄C Reinforcement on the Mechanical Properties and Corrosion Resistance of CoCrMo, Ti, and 17-4 PH Alloys by Ömer Faruk Güder, Ertuğrul Adıgüzel, Aysel Ersoy

“…This study investigates the effect of boron carbide (B₄C) ceramic reinforcement on the microstructural, mechanical, electrical, and electrochemical properties of CoCrMo, Ti, and 17-4 PH alloys produced via powder metallurgy for potential biomedical applications. …”
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Analyzing the Reproductive Characteristics of the Naked Carp Gymnocypris Przewalskii (Kessler) Based on the Oxygen Isotopes of Otolith Core Using SHRIMP by Ling ZHOU, Linbo QIAN, Sumei ZHAO, Xiulan ZHANG, Yinglie LIU, Qiaoling TANG, Jie YUAN

“…Tatsuya et al.[13] conducted otolith δ18O and microstructure analyses to investigate nursery habitat temperatures and early life growth rates. …”
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Effect of Gamma and electron beam irradiation on PAN-carbon fiber composite by Reza jafari

“…Scanning electron microscopy was used to evaluate microstructural behavior. Thermal behavior of the samples was studied by thermogravimetric analysis and differential scanning calorimetry. …”
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Effect of Amorphous Si₃N₄ Nanoparticles on the Infrared Transmittance of α-Al₂O₃ by Mahdi Darabi, Ehsan Mohammad Sharifi, Reza Vafaie, Akbar Eshaghi, Mohammad Reza Loghman Estraki

“…The microstructural and optical characteristics of the samples were then analyzed using X-ray diffraction, field emission scanning electron microscopy and infrared spectroscopy.Results: The findings indicated that the incorporation of Si3N4 nanoparticles (0.1 wt%) and a dispersing agent (2 wt%) led to an enhancement in infrared transmittance, with a maximum achieved of 85% within the 5–6 µm wavelength range. …”
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An investigation of the effect of cryo-cooling on natural frequency and wear properties of ageable Al alloys by Arslan Rıdvan, Atlihan Gökmen, Aksöz Sinan

“…Pin on disc test equipment was utilized to observe the wear performance of the Al alloys and field emission scanning electron microscope was used to go in depth about microstructural evaluations. For the determination of the natural frequency of the Al alloys designed with different tapered angles from 0° to 1°, vibration test equipment was used. …”
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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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Chloride Transport in OPC Concrete Subjected to the Freeze and Thaw Damage by Ki Yong Ann, Min Jae Kim, Jun Pil Hwang, Chang-geun Cho, Ki Hwan Kim

“…To predict the durability of a concrete structure under the coupling degradation consisting of the frosting and chloride attack, microstructural analysis of the concrete pore structure should be accompanied. …”
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Influence of waste glass powder on printability and mechanical properties of 3D printing geopolymer concrete by Zhaoliang Sheng, Binrong Zhu, Jingming Cai, Jinsheng Han, Yamei Zhang, Jinlong Pan

“…Mechanical tests on cured specimens demonstrate a notable increase in compressive and flexural strength with increasing WGP content from 0% to 20%. Microstructural and chemical analyses of the 20% WGP variant reveal a denser morphology and an optimized Si/Al ratio.…”
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Crystalline plasticity in isotactic polypropylene below and above the glass transition temperature by G. Polt, F. Spieckermann, H. Wilhelm, Ch. Fischer, E. Schafler, S. Bernstorff, M. Zehetbauer

“…The diffraction patterns were evaluated by the Multi-reflection X-ray Profile Analysis (MXPA) method, revealing microstructural parameters such as the density of dislocations and the size of coherently scattering domains (CSD-size). …”
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Upcycling waste glass bottles as a binder within engineered cementitious composites (ECCs): Experimental investigation and environmental impact assessment by Avik Kumar Das, Jiacheng Xiao

“…GP-ECC and SBM-GP-ECC mixes achieved notable reductions in CO2 (∼8–10 %) emission and costs other ecological impacts, but such effects is a function of the location outperforming normal concrete and GP-concrete by up to 100x in tensile and durability properties. By systematically evaluating mechanical, rheological, durability, and microstructural properties, this study establishes a robust foundation for future research and practical deployment of GP-marine ECCs derived from waste materials, contributing to circular economy strategies and the development of cleaner, high-performance construction materials.…”
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A study of performance characteristics of combined waste polymer enhanced bitumen on hot and warm mix asphaltic concretes by L. O. Salami, I. O. Ameen, M. A. Tijani, M. A. Kareem, A. A. Bello

“…Marshall quotient and Microstructural properties of the HMA and WMA concrete samples were evaluated. …”
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Comparative Analysis on Carbon Mitigation by High-Temperature Lithium Adsorption Systems by Hong Du, Jiaqi Ruan, Yunlin Li, Changlei Qin

“…Phase composition and microstructural analysis identify lithium carbonate and metal oxides as primary products, and microstructural sintering was observed during cycling. …”
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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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Neural Network Prediction and Enhanced Strength Properties of Natural Fibre-Reinforced Quaternary-Blended Composites by Pavithra Chandramouli, Mohamed Riyaaz Nayum Akthar, Veerappan Sathish Kumar, Revathy Jayaseelan, Gajalakshmi Pandulu

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis was performed to assess the microstructural characteristics. This research aimed to formulate a novel quaternary binder that may minimise our reliance on cement. …”
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