Optimization of Sustainable Copper Leaching Using Glycine and Oxidizing Agents in an Alkaline Medium by Jesús I. Martínez, Aislinn M. Teja, Martín Reyes, Norman Toro, Gabriel Cisneros, Uriel M. Flores, Miguel Pérez Labra, Gustavo Urbano, Julio C. Juarez

“…The glycine-H₂O₂ system optimized reaction time by 84% compared to conventional methods, emerging as a sustainable alternative due to the low toxicity and biodegradability of glycine.…”
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Promoting sustainable water distribution networks: Modeling of water pipe failure factors and modes by Ridwan Taiwo, Tarek Zayed, Nehal Elshaboury, Ghasan Alfalah, Eslam Mohammed Abdelkader

“…Through a global questionnaire-based survey and partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM), the study quantifies the relationships between these factors and five distinct failure modes. …”
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Sustainable development of bioepoxy composites reinforced with recycled rigid polyurethane foam for mechanical, thermal, acoustic, and electromagnetic applications in a circular ec... by Vinoth Kumar Selvaraj, Jeyanthi Subramanian, S. Mouleswaran, T. R. Keshav Keerthan, Thangapandi Muneeswaran, A. Kishore Nath, M. Padmanabha Raju

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Evaluation of canal cleanliness of two rotary file systems with different taper systems: An in vitro scanning electron microscopic study by Sriram Ravi, Karthick Kumaravadivel, Sankar Vishwanath, Sebeena Mathew, Boopathi Thangavel, Deepa Natesan Thangaraj

“…Samples were rinsed using distilled water, split mesiodistally, and evaluated under SEM The presence of superficial debris and a smear layer was evaluated using a standard scoring system. …”
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Tribomechanical Analysis and Performance Optimization of Sustainable Basalt Fiber Polymer Composites for Engineering Applications by Corina Birleanu, Razvan Udroiu, Mircea Cioaza, Paul Bere, Marius Pustan

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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

“…Through advanced techniques such as SEM, XRD, and thermodynamic simulations, the hydration mechanisms and microstructural evolution are comprehensively explained. …”
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Adsorptive Removal of Malachite Green Dye onto Coal-Associated Soil and Conditions Optimization by T. R. Sundararaman, A. Saravanan, P. Senthil Kumar, M. Millicent Mabel, R. V. Hemavathy, S. Karishma, S. Jeevanantham, R. Hemavathi, A. Ishwariya, S. Kowsalya

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Optimizing Distributed Generation and Energy Storage in Microgrids through Intelligent Energy Administration Strategies by Raj Vijilius Helena, Reddy R. Akhilesh, Singh Navdeep, Gupta Navya, Al-Rubaye Taqi Mohammed Khattab, Agrawal Priyanka

“…An intelligent energy management strategy (IEAS), used for performing peak performance of microgrid, is proposed. SEMS mainly contains three modules -- energy retention system administration module, optimisation component, and power prediction module. …”
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How Do Consumers Trust and Accept AI Agents? An Extended Theoretical Framework and Empirical Evidence by Xue Zhao, Weitao You, Ziqing Zheng, Shuhui Shi, Yinyu Lu, Lingyun Sun

“…This model is validated through PLS-SEM with data from 632 participants in China. The results show that trust can link individuals’ dual decision paths to further drive user behavior. …”
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Mechanical and Thermal Behavior Analysis of Chicken Feather/Sesbania grandiflora Fibers-based Hybrid Epoxy Composites by Shankar Kannan Paramasivam, Muthukannan Marimuthu, Arun Sakthivel, Janani Rajasekar, Sivasubramanian Palanisamy, Kuwar Mausam, Aravindhan Alagarsamy, Quanjin Ma, Saleh A Al-Farraj

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Optimizing the synthesis of nanostructured SiO2 from Ethiopian pumice for use in rubber reinforcement by Agraw Mulat Muhammud, Gemechu Deressa Edossa, Fedlu Kedir Sabir

“…FTIR and BET tests showed that H2SO4 concentrations of 2 M and 2.5 M were ideal, while NaOH concentrations of 2 M and 3 M were optimal based on BET and XRD analyses. The best silica was obtained within a synthesis temperature range of 70–90 °C, as indicated by XRD, FTIR, and SEM investigations and pH values between 8 and 10 were confirmed by XRD and SEM to be suitable. …”
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Development and Optimization of Edible Antimicrobial Films Based on Dry Heat–Modified Starches from Kazakhstan by Marat Muratkhan, Kakimova Zhainagul, Kamanova Svetlana, Dana Toimbayeva, Indira Temirova, Sayagul Tazhina, Dina Khamitova, Saduakhasova Saule, Tamara Tultabayeva, Berdibek Bulashev, Gulnazym Ospankulova

“…This study aimed to design and optimize an edible antimicrobial film incorporating thermally modified starches using a systematic experimental approach. …”
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Optimizing Bacillus pasteurii spore germination and unveiling impermeability mechanisms in microbial self-healing concrete by Yingying Hu, Weitao Liu, Yutao Zhang, Xuelong Hu

“…Thermal stimulation for 3 minutes effectively triggered germination, presenting a practical activation approach. MIP and SEM analyses were employed to characterize concrete microstructure. …”
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Systematic metronidazole adsorption performance onto montmorillonite clay: Parametric study, process modelling and RSM optimisation by Jean Paul Nongni Tejeogue, Raphael Djakba, Cyrille Ghislain Fotsop, Narcisse Dobe, Sali Mouhamadou, Bagamla Wangmene, Massai Harouna

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Optimization of Exothermic, Foaming, and Mechanical Properties of Modified Polyurethane as Filling Material for Goaf Sealing Wall by Jianjun Shen, Baihui Ren, Weitao Liu, Chuanpeng Gao, Yingying Hu, Qing Cao

“…Firstly, the reaction temperature of specimens with different contents of polyether polyols was monitored using a dynamic acquisition system; secondly, the effect of polyether polyols, catalysts, and surfactants on foaming property was studied; then, uniaxial compression tests were developed to obtain compressive behavior; finally, the microstructure after uniaxial compression was observed by using a scanning electron microscope (SEM). …”
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Degradation of tartrazine dye using advanced oxidation process: Application of response surface methodology for optimization by Fetcia Jackulin, P. Senthil Kumar, Gayathri Rangasamy

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Phycomediation of cadmium contaminated aqueous solutions using Chlamydomonas sp.: process optimization and adsorption characterization by Reem Mohammed Alharbi, Neveen Abdel-Raouf, Neveen Abdel-Raouf, Mostafa Shaaban Mohamed, Wael A. Fathy, Ibraheem Borie M. Ibraheem, Walaa Gamal Hozayen

“…Kinetic modeling suggested a pseudo-second-order process, while isotherm analysis adhered to the Langmuir model, indicating considerable adsorption capacity and efficiency under optimal conditions. These results support using Chlamydomonas as an effective biosorbent for integration into global industrial wastewater treatment systems. …”
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Research on the Design of an On-Line Lubrication System for Wire Ropes by Fan Zhou, Yuemin Wang, Ruqing Gong

“…This study presents an on-line intelligent lubrication system utilizing specialty grease to address lubricant loss and uneven coating issues in traditional methods. …”
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Controlled Synthesis of Tellurium Nanowires and Performance Optimization of Thin-Film Transistors via Percolation Network Engineering by Mose Park, Zhiyi Lyu, Seung Hyun Song, Hoo-Jeong Lee

“…In this study, we propose a method for systematic nanowire length control through the precise control of the polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) concentration during the synthesis of tellurium nanowires. …”
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Optimizing the synthesis of nanoporous activated carbon from date-palm waste for enhanced CO2 capture by Ebrahim H. Al-Ghurabi, Mourad M. Boumaza, Waheed Al-Masry, Mohammad Asif

“…This superior performance is attributed to the well-developed nanoporous structure and high nitrogen content of the optimized sample, as confirmed by N2 adsorption isotherms, elemental analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). …”
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