Optimizing the Interface Solvation Structure Enables Uniform Zinc Deposition for Zinc Metal Batteries by Chang Liu, Tiantian Lu, Ziyang Liang, Xiang Bai, Jiahui Zhang, Xinyue Chang, Lixiang Guan, Lifeng Hou, Yinghui Wei, Qian Wang, Qi Liu

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Research on the mechanism of high-efficiency milling cement plugs with low weight on bit and high rotational speed by Zirui Li, Feng Guan, Feng Wan, Haifeng Tian, Wang Liu

“…At present, the research on the optimization of working parameters based on the characteristics of plugging material is not complete. …”
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Optimizing deoxidizer in maraging steel for additive manufacturing: Impact on oxide refinement and impact toughness by Chao Wang, Xinyi Yang, Lilin Wang, Xin Lin, Geng Liu, Jie Su, Yajing Sun, Weidong Huang

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A multi-objective, multi-interpretable machine learning demonstration verified by domain knowledge for ductile thermoelectric materials by Xiangdong Wang, Yan Cao, Jialin Ji, Ye Sheng, Jiong Yang, Xuezhi Ke

“…Multi-objective machine learning (ML) methods are widely used in the field of materials because material optimizations are always multi-objective. …”
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Progress and challenges on air-cooled open-cathode proton exchange membrane fuel cells: Materials, structures, and systems by Xiaoyu Wu, Shuang Xing, Jun Luo, Haijiang Wang, Fuqiang Huang, Chen Zhao

“…In this paper, we outlined recent improvements and advances in AO-PEMFCs, and discussed the fundamental research and technology status, including material developments, structure design, system and stack optimization, as well as their applications. …”
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Bio-Resource Availability in Ireland: A Practical Review of Potential Replacement Materials for Use in Horticultural Growth Media by Akinson Tumbure, Christian Pulver, Lisa Black, Lael Walsh, Munoo Prasad, James J. Leahy, Eoghan Corbett, Michael T. Gaffney

“…We discuss possible solutions to these challenges in terms of agronomic management (altering fertigation, irrigation rates etc.), biomass conversion process optimization (changing conditions of processes and applying additives) and novel growth media formulations with various material inputs that complement each other. …”
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An experimental study on the influence of low - cement content on improved filling characteristics of geotextile bags filled with fine tailings slurry by Hui Li, Hui Li, Miao Shi, Jia Zhang, Liangliang Peng

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Synthesis of Copper Based Composites Reinforced with (Ni,Cu)3Al Intermetallic via Low Energy Ball Milling by J. A. Verduzco, A. Molina, R. Guardian, Y. Y. Calderon, S. R. Gonzaga, M. Serrano, H. Villanueva

“…In this study, intermetallic particles were successfully dispersed in a copper matrix using mechanical alloying with a low-energy planetary mill. The (Ni,Cu)3Al intermetallic phase was added at 5, 10, and 15 wt% concentrations, with particle sizes ranging from 8 µm to 15 µm. …”
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Enhancing steel slag cement mortar performance under low-temperature curing through alkali activation: mechanisms and implications by Wei Ye, Tengteng Feng, Wangwen Sun, Lauren Y. Gómez-Zamorano

“…The effective utilization of steel slag waste offers a sustainable approach to advancing construction materials, particularly in cold regions. This study investigates the influence of alkaline activators and low-temperature curing (10°C) on the performance of steel slag cement mortar. …”
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An Optimization of Particle Size and Additives of Slip Cast Alumina Samples to Reduce Warpage and Porosity by V. Sivamaran, V. Kavimani, M. Bakkiyaraj, C. Rajendran, Tushar Sonar

“…Alumina body densification using slip casting was investigated with low warpage rates. In order to optimize slurry and sintering, 1600°C has been used. …”
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Glass fiber reinforced nylon-6/nylon-1012 composite material serves as automotive rearview mirror bracket by Guolong Wang, Lucheng Li, Peng Yang, Jun Chen

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Effects of three different types of fibers and dosage on the properties of alkali-activated copper slag–slag cementitious materials by Qinghu Xu, Shuchang Liu, Junjie Qian, Rongsheng Xu, Wei Ma

“…Abstract The use of copper slag instead of part of the slag to prepare alkali-activated cementitious materials can achieve the resource utilisation of copper slag, but alkali-activated copper slag–slag composite cementitious materials have the disadvantages of high shrinkage and low flexural strength, which limit their application in practical engineering. …”
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Single-Polarization Single-Mode Hollow-Core Anti-Resonant Fiber with Low Loss and Wide Bandwidth by Yong You, Wei Liu, Shuo Zhang, Jianxiong Wu, Yuanjiang Li, Huimin Shi, Haokun Yang

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Tribological behavior of lubricant-impregnated porous polyimide by Jinbang Li, Ningning Zhou, Janet S. S. Wong

“…Our results show that polymeric porous materials for effective lubrication require the optimization of its surface roughness, stiffness, oil flow, and oil retentions.…”
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Performance characterization and combination design optimization of fast-melting SBS/CR modified asphalt by Jinyao Li, Wenwu Zhang, Weiwei Lu, Songtao Lv, Haihui Duan, Jinping Wang

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Optimization of clay-based ceramic mixtures with sugarcane bagasse fiber for 3D printing by Guilherme Pante Leme de Campos, Pietro Sinigaglia Lunelli, Elisângela Guzi de Moraes, Marcelo Tramontin Souza, Antonio Pedro Novaes de Oliveira

“…Robocasting is an additive manufacturing technique that utilizes a numerically controlled extruder to 3D print objects layer by layer by continuously extruding a paste-like material through a nozzle onto a build surface. This study advances the application of clay-based ceramics for additive manufacturing by optimizing compositions that incorporate sugarcane bagasse fiber, focusing on sustainable materials with minimal environmental impact. …”
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Investigation on effects of sludge and limestone in sustainable infrastructure: From performance optimization to carbon reduction by Xiaodong Zhang, Jun Yang, Ming Sun, Ying Su, Changchun Li, Shuanghong Ge, Chunmei Liu, Lei Yang, Fengxia Xu, Jiayang Zhang, Sinan Ouyang

“…Additionally, the SSLC paste demonstrates a 23.43 % reduction in carbon emissions and a 22.22 % decrease in production costs, offering a low-carbon, cost-effective solution for infrastructure. …”
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Recent Advances in Organic Photodetectors by Jintao Zou, Shuo Zhang, Xin Tang

“…Through innovations in materials, structural optimization, and improvements in manufacturing processes, the performance of OPDs has seen significant enhancement. …”
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A hybrid biomass-natural kaolinite for refractory ceramic manufacturing by Grine O., Sdiri A., Hajjaji W.

“…The current study investigates the effect of adding a low-cost biomaterial (sawdust biomass) to kaolinite clay on the properties of insulating refractory materials. …”
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Correction: Optimization of wheat straw ash for cement replacement in concrete using response surface methodology for enhanced sustainability by Y H Sudeep, M S Ujwal, Raghavendra Mahesh, G. Shiva Kumar, A Vinay, H. K. Ramaraju

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