The Microstructures and Properties of Cu-Ni-Co-Si Alloys: A Critical Review by Fang Li, Wenteng Liu, Chao Ding, Shujuan Wang, Xiangpeng Meng

“…This review discusses various synthesis techniques, including casting, vacuum induction melting, and additive manufacturing, and evaluates their effects on the formed microstructures. …”
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The Microstructure and Modification of the Interfacial Transition Zone in Lightweight Aggregate Concrete: A Review by Jian Zhou, Yiding Dong, Tong Qiu, Jiaojiao Lv, Peng Guo, Xi Liu

“…This review systematically analyzes the microstructure, composition, and physical properties of the ITZ, including porosity, microhardness, and hydration product distribution. …”
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Additive Manufacturing of Cobalt-Based Dental Alloys: Analysis of Microstructure and Physicomechanical Properties by Leonhard Hitzler, Frank Alifui-Segbaya, Philipp Williams, Burkhard Heine, Michael Heitzmann, Wayne Hall, Markus Merkel, Andreas Öchsner

“…In the current paper, we evaluate the microstructure of ternary cobalt-chromium-molybdenum (Co-Cr-Mo) and cobalt-chromium-tungsten (Co-Cr-W) alloys built with direct metal printing and LaserCUSING SLM systems, respectively, at 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90° inclinations (Φ) in as-built (AB) and heat-treated (HT) conditions. …”
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University proceedings. Volga region. Technical sciences by Yu.P. Perelygin

“…Evaluation of microhardness, microstructure and quantitative evaluation of the chemical composition of the composite and its near-weld zone made it possible to determine the nature of material hardening and the properties of intermetallic phases in the weld zone. …”

The Tribological Property and Microstructure of Ni-Ti Coating Prepared by Electrodeposition and Heat Treatment by Chufeng Sun, Yanbin Wang, Qiong Su, Zhiguang Guo, Lei Shi

“…The surface morphology and microstructure of the Ni-Ti coating before and after heat treatment were analyzed by means of scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction. …”
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Clarifying the formation of equiaxed grains and microstructural refinement in the additive manufacturing of Ti-Cu by Alec I. Saville, Adriana Eres-Castellanos, Andrew B. Kustas, Levi Van Bastian, Donald F. Susan, Dale E. Cillessen, Sven C. Vogel, Natalie A. Compton, Kester D. Clarke, Alain Karma, Amy J. Clarke

“…This work analyzes a compositionally graded directed energy deposition (DED) Ti-Cu build, single-melt laser tracks, and dilatometric heat treatments to evaluate if, when, and by what mechanism(s) microstructural refinement occurs. …”
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Biomass Waste Incorporation in La_0.6Sr_0.4Co_0.2Fe_0.8O_3-α˗Ba(Ce_0.6Zr_0.4)_0.9Y_0.1O<su... by Ismariza Ismail, Nur Ashafieka Abdullah, Norizah Abd Karim, Shazlina Johari, Muhammad Mahyiddin Ramli

“…This study explores the incorporation of rice straw as a pore-forming agent in fabricating the La0.6Sr0.4Co0.2Fe0.8O3-α˗Ba(Ce0.6Zr0.4)0.9Y0.1O3–δ (LSCF-BCZY) composite cathode, focusing on its microstructural and physical properties. …”
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Evaluation of the Mechanical Properties and Fatigue Resistance of the ZrO₂CeYAl₂O₃ Composite by Marcio Paulo de Araújo Mafra, Nélio Silva Júnior, Claudinei dos Santos, Jorge Luiz de Almeida Ferreira, José Alexander Araújo, Cosme Roberto Moreira da Silva

“…This work aimed to evaluate the fatigue limit of the zirconia ceramic composite stabilized with yttria and ceria reinforced with alumina platelets (ZrO₂CeYAl₂O₃) and characterize the mechanical properties of sintered specimens. …”
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Microstructural characterisation and hardness of Fe-Mn alloys compared to commercial 9%Nickel alloy by Mampuru Lebedike, Phasha Maje, Bodunrin Michael, Klenam Desmond, Moema Joseph

“…Thermomechanically processed alloys are microstructurally assessed and harness tested as the initial evaluation step in selecting high-performing base alloy for further alloying. …”
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Microstructure Characteristics and Corrosion Resistance of Friction Stir Welded 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel by Yunqiang Zhao, Chunlin Dong, Zhongxue Jia, Jiaqing You, Jinhong Tan, Shu Miao, Yaoyong Yi

“…The effects of the microstructures on the corrosion property for friction-stir-welded 2205 duplex stainless steel were analyzed. …”
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Effects of cold atmospheric plasma on oxidative stability, microstructure, and volatile profile of pork meat by Y.K. Oliinychenko, S. Saad, E. Zymvrakaki, I. Mourtzinos, B. Tiwari, A. Ch Stratakos

“…Cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) is an innovative non-thermal technology with potential to improve meat safety and preservation. This study evaluated the effects of CAP on oxidative markers, antioxidant activity, fatty acid profile, volatile composition, surface morphology, muscle microstructural characteristics and texture parameters. …”
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Investigation of thermoplastic deformation behavior and microstructural evolution of CLF-1 steel for fusion blankets by Xu Shen, Gang Yao, Xiao-Yong Zhu, Jia-Qin Liu, Lai-Ma Luo, Yu-Cheng Wu

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Optimizing the bio-based additive content considering bitumen microstructure and HMA mechanical properties by Pouyan Nazarian, Hassan Divandari, Mohsen Amouzadeh Omrani, Hossein Ghasemnejad

“…This study investigated lignin (10 %, 15 %, 20 %) and cellulose nanofibers (CNF; 0.5 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %) as bio-based additives, both individually and compositely. To evaluate the quality of additive mixing in the bitumen microstructure, the Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy mapping (EDS) method was used. …”
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Predicting neurodevelopmental outcomes from neonatal cortical microstructure: A conceptual replication study by Andrea Gondová, Sara Neumane, Yann Leprince, Jean-François Mangin, Tomoki Arichi, Jessica Dubois

“…A recent example of this strategy is a study by Ouyang et al. (2020) which suggested that cortical microstructure quantified by diffusion MRI through fractional anisotropy (FA) metric in preterm and full-term neonates can lead to effective prediction of language and cognitive outcomes at 2 years of corrected age as assessed by Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Third Edition (BSID-III) composite scores. …”
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Study on Microstructure and Properties of Friction-Assisted Electrodeposition Cu-SiC Deposited Layer by Kang Qi, Kun Li, Youliang Yu, Qinpeng Sun, Xiaotong Yao, Long Jiang

“…Based on the friction phenomenon, this study proposes a new method for localized electrodeposition preparation and prepares Cu-SiC composite deposited layers on copper substrates. The morphology of the deposited layer was observed using optical microscopy; the physical phase of the deposited layer was analyzed by X-ray diffraction; and the microstructure and size of the deposited layer were examined using scanning electron microscopy. …”
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Comparative evaluation of the performance properties of resin-infused plain-woven jute reinforced thermoset composites for energy infrastructure: Experimental analysis, finite elem... by Macaulay M. Owen, Leong Sing Wong, Emmanuel O. Achukwu, Ahmad Zafir Romli, Divine Senanu Ametefe, Solehuddin Shuib

“…This study presents a comprehensive experimental and numerical evaluation of resin-infused plain-woven jute fiber composites reinforced with thermoset epoxy and polyester matrices in 2-, 4-, and 6-ply configurations, produced via vacuum-assisted resin infusion. …”
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Microstructure of Al-Si Slurry Coatings on Austenitic High-Temperature Creep Resisting Cast Steel by Agnieszka E. Kochmańska

“…This paper presents the results of microstructural examinations on slurry aluminide coatings using scanning electron microscopy, X-ray microanalysis, and X-ray diffraction. …”
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Dry Sliding Wear Properties and Microstructure of 7075 Aluminum Alloy via Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation by SHI Yuan-ji, LI Jun-wan, GUO Xun-zhong, YU Lin-hui, LI Shuang, HUANG Hao

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Effect of copper mine tailings and copper slag on the hydration, microstructure, and mechanical property in Portland cement by Hang Zeng, Sivakumar Ramanathan, Hee Jeong Kim

“…To address these gaps, this study evaluates the reactivity and performance of CMT and CS in comparison with fly ash, blast furnace slag, and limestone powder (LS). …”
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The Impact of Fe-Mg Inoculation with Nickel Addition on the Microstructure of Thin-Walled Ductile Cast Iron by Agus Yulianto, Agus Dwi Anggono, Patna Partono, Ngafwan

“…This study aims to characterize thin-walled ductile cast iron with improved high-temperature resistance. The focus is on evaluating the effects of Fe-Mg inoculation with the addition of nickel on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the material. …”
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