Materials, Volume 16, Issue 12

ZrB₂-SiC-Zr₂Al₄C₅ multi-phase ceramics with uniform structure and high density were successfully prepared through the introduction of in situ synthesized Zr₂Al₄C₅ into ZrB₂-SiC ceramic via SPS at 1800 °C. A systematic analysis and discussion of t...

Diatomite has recently been the subject of intensive scientific research aimed at its extensive use in industry, breeding and agriculture. The only active diatomite mine is in Jawornik Ruski, in the Podkarpacie region of Poland. Chemical pollution in...

High-speed GMAW tends to be accompanied by periodic humping defects, thereby reducing the weld bead quality. A new method was proposed to actively control the weld pool flow for eliminating humping defects. A high-melting point solid pin was designed...

This study is focused on the high-temperature corrosion evaluation of selected thermally sprayed coatings. NiCoCrAlYHfSi, NiCoCrAlY, NiCoCrAlTaReY, and CoCrAlYTaCSi coatings were sprayed on the base material 1.4923. This material is used as a cost-ef...

The assessment of microgaps at the implant–abutment interface is an important factor that may influence clinical success. Thus, the aim of this study was to evaluate the size of microgaps between prefabricated and customised abutments (Astra Te...

Lutetium oxyorthosilicate Lu₂SiO₅ (LSO) and pyrosilicate Lu₂Si₂O₇ (LPS) activated by Ce³⁺ or Pr³⁺ are known to be effective and fast scintillation materials for the detection of X-rays and γ-rays. Their performances can be further improved by c...

Lead halide perovskite has become a promising candidate for high-performance photodetectors (PDs) due to its attractive optical and electrical properties, such as high optical absorption coefficient, high carrier mobility, and long carrier diffusion...

To meet the demand for more extensive applications of Mg alloys, a Mg-5Al-2Ca-1Mn-0.5Zn alloy without RE was prepared in this paper, and its mechanical properties were further improved by conventional hot extrusion and subsequent rotary swaging. The...

Distribution of inclusions plays an essential role in inducing intracrystalline ferrite, and the migration behavior of inclusions during solidification has a significant influence on their distribution. The solidification process of DH36 (ASTMA36) st...

In this study, a novel friction material with biomass-ceramic (SiC) dual matrixes was fabricated using Chinese fir pyrocarbon via the liquid-phase silicon infiltration and in situ growth method. SiC can be grown in situ on the surface of a carbonized...

Creep behavior of Cross-Laminated-Timber (CLT) beams with a finite-thickness layer of flexible adhesives is investigated. Creep tests were carried out for all component materials as well as for the composite structure itself. Three-point bending cree...

To study the axial compression performance of aluminum foam-filled steel tube and empty steel tube as objects, such tubes are studied in this paper, which explores the carrying capacity and deformation behavior of aluminum foam-filled steel tube with...

Tissue regeneration of large bone defects is still a clinical challenge. Bone tissue engineering employs biomimetic strategies to produce graft composite scaffolds that resemble the bone extracellular matrix to guide and promote osteogenic differenti...

Al-Ti-C-(Ce) grain refiners were prepared by combining in-situ reaction, hot extrusion, and adding CeO₂. The effects of second phase TiC particle size and distribution, extrusion ratio, and Ce addition on the grain-refining performance of grain refin...

As optoelectronic products continue to advance rapidly, the need for effective heat dissipation has become increasingly crucial due to the emphasis on miniaturization and high integration. The vapor chamber is widely used for cooling electronic syste...

In this paper, the influence of a nickel binder metal and molybdenum carbide as an additional alloying element on the microstructure and corrosion behavior of WC-based cemented carbides, processed by conventional powder metallurgy, was studied, and a...

The annealing effects on Pb_0.97La_0.03Sc_0.45Ta_0.45Ti_0.1O₃ (PLSTT) ceramics prepared by the solid-state reaction method are systemically investigated using experimental and theoretical techniques. Comprehensive studies are performed on the PLSTT sample...

An alternative approach for the currently used replacement therapy in dentistry is to apply materials that restore tooth tissue. Among them, composites, based on biopolymers with calcium phosphates, and cells can be applied. In the present work, a co...

The nucleation and the growth of misoriented micro-structure components in single crystals depend on various process parameters and alloy compositions. Therefore, in this study, the influence of different cooling rates on carbon-free, as well as carb...

Modern construction projects are often challenging, which has increased the demand for innovative materials that ensure improved safety, durability, and functionality. To explore the potential of enhancing soil material functionality, this study synt...

Metal oxide thermal reduction, enabled by microwave-induced plasma, was used to synthesize high entropy borides (HEBs). This approach capitalized on the ability of a microwave (MW) plasma source to efficiently transfer thermal energy to drive chemica...

In the power plant boiler industry, dissimilar steel welding is widely used in the connection of thermal power generation units. As an important component of the unit, research on the organizational properties of dissimilar steel welded joints has si...

The paper deals with the dilatometric study of high-alloy martensitic tool steel with the designation M398 (BÖHLER), which is produced by the powder metallurgy process. These materials are used to produce screws for injection molding machines in...

Ag paste has been recognized as a promising substitute for Sn/Pb solder in SiC or GaN power electronic devices, owing to its ability to withstand high temperatures and facilitate low-temperature packing. The reliability of these high-power circuits i...

Energy storage and conversion are critical components of modern energy systems, enabling the integration of renewable energy sources and the optimization of energy use. These technologies play a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promo...

The ordered Ca₃TaGa₃Si₂O₁₄ and disordered La₃Ga₅SiO₁₄ crystals of the lantangallium silicate family were grown via the Czochralski method. The independent coefficients of thermal expansion of crystals ${\alpha }_c$ and ${\alpha }_a$ were determined using X-ray...

In the upcoming years, it is expected that more furniture will be built from honeycomb panels due to the growing demand for lightweight, long-lasting furnishings. High-density fiberboard (HDF), previously used in the furniture industry as back walls...

In this study, we present a detailed analysis of trapping characteristics at the Al_xGa_1−xN/GaN interface of Al_xGa_1−xN/GaN high-electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs) with reliability assessments, demonstrating how the composition of the Al...

The human body normally uses alternative materials such as implants to replace injured or damaged bone. Fatigue fracture is a common and serious type of damage in implant materials. Therefore, a deep understanding and estimation or prediction of such...

In this paper, the relationship between the structural features of hematite samples calcined in the interval of 800–1100 °C and their reactivity regarding hydrogen studied in the temperature-programmed reaction (TPR-H₂) was studied. The oxy...

Titanium alloy is a crucial structural material in the modern aerospace field due to its strong corrosion resistance and strength, low density, and reduced sensitivity to vibration load and impact load, as well as its ability to resist expansion in t...

Terahertz (THz) plasmonic metamaterial, based on a metal-wire-woven hole array (MWW-HA), is investigated for the distinct power depletion in the transmittance spectrum of 0.1–2 THz, including the reflected waves from metal holes and woven metal...

The development of high-performance insulation materials that facilitate the reduction in building energy consumption is of paramount significance. In this study, magnesium–aluminum-layered hydroxide (LDH) was prepared by the classical hydrothe...

The microstructure and room temperature tensile properties of heat-treated TC25G alloy after thermal exposure were investigated. The results show that the α₂ phase dispersed in the α phase, and silicide precipitated firstly at the α...

Among the various ceramic substrate materials, Si₃N₄ ceramics have demonstrated high thermal conductivity, good thermal shock resistance, and excellent corrosion resistance. As a result, they are well-suited for semiconductor substrates in high-power...

The incorporation of rubber can enhance concrete’s durability and effectively reduce the damage caused by freeze-thaw cycling (FTC). Still, there has been only limited research on the damage mechanism of RC at the fine view level. To gain insig...

This study aimed to assess the feasibility of utilizing geopolymer for repairing reinforced concrete beams. Three types of beam specimens were fabricated: benchmark specimens without any grooves, rectangular-grooved beams, and square-grooved beams. T...

The superior engineering properties and excellent biocompatibility of titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) stimulate applications in biomedical industries. Electric discharge machining, a widely used process in advanced applications, is an attractive option that...

This paper aims to experimentally study the compressive and flexural characteristics of cement-based composites developed for fabricating thin, lightweight, and high-performance components of buildings. Expanded hollow glass particles with a 0.25&nda...

This paper used poly (aryl ether ketone) (PAEK) resin with a low melting temperature to prepare laminate via the compression-molding process for continuous-carbon-fiber-reinforced composites (CCF-PAEK). Then, poly (ether ether ketone) (PEEK), or a sh...

The Portevin–Le Chatelier effect of Cu–2.0Be alloy was investigated using hot isothermal compression at varying strain rates (0.01–10 s⁻¹) and temperature (903–1063 K). An Arrhenius-type constitutive equation was develop...

This paper utilized a hot-rolling process to produce composite rods and subsequently manufactured 304/45 composite bolts through the process of drawing and thread rolling. The study focused on examining the microstructure, fatigue performance, and co...

Harmonic generation measurement is recognized as a promising tool for inspecting material state or micro-damage and is an ongoing research topic. Second harmonic generation is most frequently employed and provides the quadratic nonlinearity parameter...

Knowing and promoting the strength development of concrete at an earlier age is essential for accelerating formwork circulation of the on-site construction and precast product manufacture. The strength development rate at earlier ages of less than th...

A tricalcium-silicate-nanoparticle-containing cement (Biodentine) was developed to overcome the disadvantages of existing mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) dental materials. This study aimed at evaluating the effects of Biodentine on the osteogenic di...

In this investigation, composite materials were manufactured of mixed scrap of Mg-based alloys and low melting point Sn–Pb eutectic by high energy ball milling, and their hydrogen generation performance was tested in NaCl solution. The effects...

With the escalating demand for electrochemical energy storage, commercial lithium-ion and metal battery systems have been increasingly developed. As an indispensable component of batteries, the separator plays a crucial role in determining their elec...

Transition metal chalcogenides as potential anodes for lithium-ion batteries have been widely investigated. For practical application, the drawbacks of low conductivity and volume expansion should be further overcome. Besides the two conventional met...

Nanocelluloses (NCs) are appealing nanomaterials that have experienced rapid development in recent years, with great potential in the biomedical field. This trend aligns with the increasing demand for sustainable materials, which will contribute both...

Food borne illness remains a major threat to public health despite new governmental guidelines and industry standards. Cross-contamination of both pathogenic and spoilage bacteria from the manufacturing environment can promote consumer illness and fo...