Copper ion composite hydrogels for enhanced antibacterial performance by Huihuang Rao, Qing Yan, Yifei Zhang, Yanghao Hu, Xueli Yin, Die Chen, Shijie Qiu

“…Through chemical crosslinking to incorporate copper ions into the hydrogel network, we characterized the composite hydrogels using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). …”
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Influence of natural deep eutectic solvent pretreatment on the yield and composition of essential oil derived from Cyperi Rhizoma by Chuanhua Feng, Ru Yuan, Xiaolin Tang, Jian Zhou, Ying Kong, Huiling Guo, Yaokun Xiong, Jinfang Hu

“…Abstract This study systematically investigated the effect of hydrodistillation (HD) on the yield of essential oil derived from Cyperi Rhizoma following ultrasonic pretreatment using natural deep eutectic solvents (NADESS) as the medium. …”
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Efficient Tetracycline Hydrochloride Degradation by Urchin-Like Structured MoS₂@CoFe₂O₄ Derived from Steel Pickling Sludge via Peroxymonosulfate Ac... by Jin Qi, Kai Zhu, Ming Li, Yucan Liu, Pingzhou Duan, Lihua Huang

“…Key operational parameters—including catalyst dosage, PMS concentration, and initial solution pH—were systematically optimized, achieving 81% degradation efficiency within 30 min. …”
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Machine Learning-Driven Parametric Analysis of Eco-Friendly Ultrasonic Welding for AL6061-CU Alloy Joints by A. Karan, S. Arungalai Vendan, M. R. Nagaraj, M. Chaturvedi, S. Sivadharmaraj

“…In addition, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) pictures are examined to gain insights into the surface shape and assess the degree of weld production and performance. …”
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AgNPs@CeO₂/Nafion Nanocomposite-Modified Electrode for the Sensitive Detection of Trace Lead (II) in Water Samples by Zhengying Guo, Peng Xu, Shiqing Zhou, Ruoxi Wu

“…The morphology, microstructure, and electrochemical properties of the modified electrode materials were systematically characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and cyclic voltammetry (CV). …”
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Natural biodegradable low-cost Lablab purpureus husk as chromatrap for removal of three hazardous organic cationic dyes from water: Waste to wealth and column elution approach by Sumathi Paramesh, Veerendra Ananthpur, Nagaraju Rajendraprasad

“…The impact of factors including adsorbate concentration, adsorbent dose, pH, contact time, and flow rate on the adsorption process was systematically studied and optimized. Up to 1000 µg/mL of MB and MG, 50 µg/mL of CV were found to be effectively removed by adsorption at pH 4-5, 3 and 2, respectively, at the flow rate of 1 mL/min. …”
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Recovering Attached Crude Oil from Hydrodesulfurization Spent Catalysts by Xin Hong, Jingyi Chen, Jing Wei, Wenjie Wu, Ziyan Yang, Jing Chen, Shuchen Sun, Faxin Xiao, Ganfeng Tu

“…Efficient oil removal is thus critical for processing spent catalysts. This study systematically compares three de-oiling methods, extraction, chemical thermal washing, and pyrolysis, to identify the optimal de-oiling method. …”
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Research on Performance and Mechanism of the NH3-SCR Reaction over Fly Ash-derived Mn-Ce/Zeolite X by Weijia Ren, Qi Xin, Zhesheng Hua, Zhong Zheng, Lifeng Xiao, Shaojun Liu, Chenghang Zheng, Yang Yang

“…Abstract Zeolite X was synthesized from fly ash under optimized conditions, which was supported with Mn, Ce, and Mn-Ce respectively. …”
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Cerium Addition Enhances Impact Energy Stability in S355NL Steel by Tailoring Microstructure and Inclusions by Jiandong Yang, Bijun Xie, Mingyue Sun

“…The effects of Ce on microstructures, inclusions, and impact toughness were systematically investigated using optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), and Charpy V-notch testing. …”
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Impact of recycling on polymer binder integrity in metal injection molding by György Ledniczky, Ferenc Ronkay, Pál Hansághy, Zoltán Weltsch

“…To assess the feasibility of repeated material reuse, the study systematically subjected molded specimens to grinding and reinjection molding over eight consecutive cycles. …”
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Preparation and Characterization of D-Carvone-Doped Chitosan–Gelatin Bifunctional (Antioxidant and Antibacterial Properties) Film and Its Application in Xinjiang Ramen by Cong Zhang, Kai Jiang, Yilin Lin, Rui Cui, Hong Wu

“…FTIR and SEM confirmed that ≤2% D-carvone uniformly bonded with the substrate through hydrogen bonds, and the film was dense and non-porous. …”
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Effect of Cl substitution on the microstructure, dielectric and optical properties of CaCu3Ti4O12 ceramics by Najwa. Gouitaa, Sahil Kumar, Fatima Zahra. Ahjyaje, Taj-dine. Lamcharfi, Amina. Benatia, Mustapha. Abarkan, Mamta Shandilya

“…The structural, morphological, optical, and dielectric characteristics of CCTO-Cl2 were systematically analyzed. Among the calcination temperatures studied, 900 °C emerged as the optimal condition, significantly enhancing all properties. …”
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Valorization of Gold Mining Tailings Sludge from Vetas, Colombia as Partial Cement Replacement in Concrete Mixes by Thailin Bueno-Gómez, Yariagna López-Bernier, Maya S. Caycedo-García, José Daniel Ardila-Rey, Juliana P. Rodríguez-Caicedo, Diego R. Joya-Cárdenas

“…Concrete mixes with varying cement substitution levels (0% to 50%) were formulated and systematically evaluated to determine optimal substitution ranges based on criteria such as density, workability, setting time, and compressive strength. …”
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Structural and tribological characterization of graphene layers grown by low pressure chemical vapor deposition on ASTM A36 steel substrates by Priscila Carvalho Borba Cardoso, André do Nascimento Barbosa, Marcelo Eduardo Huguenin Maia da Costa, Juan Lucas Nachez, Fagner Marçal Andrade, Suzana Bottega Peripolli, José Brant de Campos

“…This work focuses on optimizing the synthesis of high-quality graphene films on ASTM A36 steel substrates via low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD). …”
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A sandwich-type electrochemical immunosensor for cardiac troponin I based on β-cyclodextrin functionalized 3D graphene incorporated with Ag nanoclusters by Fang Liu, Yingying Gao, Ying Guo, Jianchun Li, Wei Huo, Weiwei Dai

“…The synthesized nanomaterials were characterized using SEM, TEM, FTIR spectroscopy, X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) and Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis (TGA). …”
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Process and mechanism modeling of cefotaxime removal from hospital wastewater using pistachio shells based magnetic activated carbon nanoparticles by Atefeh Rahmani, Haripriya Naidu, Tomasz Świergosz, Hamid Reza Rahimi, Zahra Mousavi, Maryam Dolatabadi, Saeid Ahmadzadeh

“…The modified activated carbon was synthesized using a thermochemical method and characterized by analytical techniques including FE-SEM, FTIR, XRD, pHpzc, and BET analysis, which demonstrated its remarkable physicochemical properties. …”
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Multiscale microstructure evolution and its influencing mechanism on yield strength and toughness of a newly high strength martensitic stainless bearing steel by Zhenzhen Chen, Yanfei Cao, Hongwei Liu, Zhipo Zhao, Dianzhong Li

“…Their relationships with strength and toughness are systematically studied based on experimental characterizations and theoretical calculations. …”
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Study on the influence of nanosilicon penetrant on the self-healing properties and mechanical properties of cement mortar by Le Zhou, Haoyang Zhang, Tongfeng Zhao, Lei Li

“…The experimental results show that the optimal dosage of nano-silicon penetrant is 2 wt%. …”
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Graphene reinforced AlNiTiCrNbx high entropy alloy coatings by laser additive manufacturing and its application in automatic surveying robot by Chunge Liu, Xingwu Qiu, Qian Su, Yongqiang Shen, Zhansheng Wang, Jia Peng, Zhongwei Liu

“…The preparation parameters were optimized through orthogonal experiments. The effects of Nb content on the microstructure, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of the coatings were systematically investigated, the influence of Gr on the coating was also studied. …”
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Enhancement of sandy soil water retention using superabsorbent carboxymethyl cellulose grafted with polyacrylamide and polyacrylamidomethyl propanesulfonic acid copolymer by Ahmed A. Abdelgelil, Ahmed M. Omer, Asaad F. Hassan, Ahmed A. Moustafa, Mohamed S. Mohy Eldin

“…The consequence of various grafting conditions on the percentage add-on was systematically optimized. Additionally, factors influencing water uptake behavior, including contact time, pH and temperature of the medium, particle sizes, and total dissolved salts, were investigated. …”
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