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Materials, Volume 18, Issue 11

2025 June-1 - 258 articles

Cover Story: This illustration depicts a neutron beam hitting a magnetic crystal with frustrated bonds, which ultimately generates a set of incommensurate magntic Bragg peaks on the detector. The data are then analysed using powerful computers that employ simulated and quantum annealing. This computational approach explores the various magnetic phases that could produce such an interesting scattering pattern. A broadband neutron beam probes the holmium tetraboride spin texture, revealing complex phase behavior through unique scattering signatures. In parallel, annealing algorithms investigate candidate Hamiltonians to accurately reproduce these observed phases. By bridging real-space measurements with cutting edge computations, this integrated approach uncovers the emergent magnetic orders driven by frustration, especially those occurring near magnetic phase transitions. View this paper
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Articles (258)

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
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15 Pages

5 June 2025

(AlTiV)100−xCrx high-entropy alloys (HEAs) is expected to solve the problem of poor corrosion-wear resistance of lightweight alloys. To elucidate its corrosion-wear mechanism, three (AlTiV)100−xCrx alloys were prepared by vacuum arc melti...

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  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,918 Views
13 Pages

NOx-Free Leaching Methods for Efficient Silver and Aluminium Recovery from Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells

  • Aistis Rapolas Zubas,
  • Egidijus Griškonis,
  • Gintaras Denafas,
  • Vidas Makarevičius,
  • Rita Kriūkienė and
  • Jolita Kruopienė

5 June 2025

As photovoltaic (PV) installations expand globally, effective recycling of end-of-life crystalline silicon solar cells has become increasingly important, including the recovery of valuable metals such as silver (Ag) and aluminium (Al). Traditional ni...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
873 Views
11 Pages

5 June 2025

Flavonoid alcohols, particularly quercetin, as emerging antioxidants, demand advanced detection methodologies to comprehensively explore and evaluate their potential environmental and health risks. In this study, nitrogen–chlorine co-doped carb...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
949 Views
17 Pages

5 June 2025

Excessive intake of fluorine (F) over time can lead to acute or chronic fluorosis. In this study, a novel FeIII–CeIV-based layered hydroxide composite (DD-LHC) was synthesized and applied in both batch and column modes to develop new adsorbent...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,637 Views
17 Pages

Physical, Mechanical, and Durability Performance of Olive Pomace Ash in Eco-Friendly Mortars

  • Besma Belaidi,
  • Abderraouf Messai,
  • Cherif Belebchouche,
  • Mourad Boutlikht,
  • Kamel Hebbache,
  • Abdellah Douadi and
  • Laura Moretti

5 June 2025

The cement industry is a major contributor to global CO2 emissions, driving the research for sustainable alternatives. Olive biomass ash (OBA), a byproduct from burning all types of biomass from the olive tree, has emerged as a potential supplementar...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,359 Views
15 Pages

5 June 2025

This paper investigates the impact of sintering temperature on oxygen vacancy concentration and its subsequent effect on the microstructure and electrical properties of Bi4Ti3O12 (BIT) ceramics. To further clarify these effects, VASP software was emp...

  • Article
  • Open Access
974 Views
23 Pages

Novel Research on Selected Mechanical and Environmental Properties of the Polyurethane-Based P3HB Nanobiocomposites

  • Iwona Zarzyka,
  • Beata Krzykowska,
  • Karol Hęclik,
  • Wiesław Frącz,
  • Grzegorz Janowski,
  • Łukasz Bąk,
  • Tomasz Klepka,
  • Jarosław Bieniaś,
  • Monika Ostapiuk and
  • Michał Kuciej
  • + 6 authors

5 June 2025

This study focused on hybrid nanobiocomposite polymers produced with the use of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate), P3HB and aliphatic polyurethane (PU) as a matrix, including variable quantities of organomodified montmorillonite (Cloisite®30B). Mechanical,...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,098 Views
19 Pages

Effect of Synthesis and Processing Conditions on the Sintering Behavior and Total Conductivity of High-Entropy Fluorite/Bixbyite Oxides (RE-HEOs)

  • Luca Spiridigliozzi,
  • Viviana Monfreda,
  • Antonello Marocco,
  • Filippo Milano,
  • Antonio Vendittelli and
  • Gianfranco Dell’Agli

5 June 2025

This study explores the influence of two different synthesis methods on the sintering behavior of three novel high-entropy oxides possibly suitable for thermal barrier applications: (Ce0.2Zr0.2Yb0.2Er0.2Nd0.2)O2-δ, (Ce0.2Zr0.2Yb0.2Er0.2La0.2)O2...

  • Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,396 Views
27 Pages

Interaction Between Polycarboxylate Superplasticizer and Clay in Cement and Its Sensitivity Inhibition Mechanism: A Review

  • Yu Gao,
  • Yingying Liu,
  • Guanqi Wang,
  • Jiale Liu,
  • Zijian Cao,
  • Qiwen Yong and
  • Hongwei Zhao

5 June 2025

In contemporary construction practices, polycarboxylate superplasticizers (PCEs) have gained extensive utilization in concrete formulation owing to their exceptional dispersive properties and superior water reduction capabilities. Nevertheless, these...

  • Article
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1,030 Views
24 Pages

5 June 2025

The application of rebar reinforced ultra-high-performance concrete (R-UHPC) has been increasingly adopted in engineering structures due to its exceptional mechanical performance and durability characteristics. Nevertheless, when subjected to combine...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
1,580 Views
20 Pages

Comparative LCA Analysis of Selected Recycling Methods for Carbon Fibers and Socio-Economic Analysis

  • Nikolina Poranek,
  • Krzysztof Pikoń,
  • Natalia Generowicz-Caba,
  • Maciej Mańka,
  • Joanna Kulczycka,
  • Dimitrios Marinis,
  • Ergina Farsari,
  • Eleftherios Amanatides,
  • Anna Lewandowska and
  • Szymon Sobek
  • + 2 authors

5 June 2025

Carbon fiber is essential in many industries. Since primary production is highly energy-intensive, recycling technologies are being sought. A goal of the research was to develop at a laboratory scale a chemical recycling method aimed at recovering ca...

  • Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,381 Views
53 Pages

Effects of Process Parameters on Pulsed Laser Micromachining for Glass-Based Microfluidic Devices

  • Mrwan Alayed,
  • Nojoud Al Fayez,
  • Salman Alfihed,
  • Naif Alshamrani and
  • Fahad Alghannam

5 June 2025

Glass-based microfluidic devices are essential for applications such as diagnostics and drug discovery, which utilize their optical clarity and chemical stability. This review systematically analyzes pulsed laser micromachining as a transformative te...

  • Article
  • Open Access
882 Views
17 Pages

5 June 2025

Nuclear fuel pellets are subject to stress for long periods during the in-pile operation, and this study on high-temperature creep performance is of great significance for predicting the in-pile behaviors and safety evaluation of fuel elements. In th...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,464 Views
15 Pages

Preparation, Characterization, and Antioxidant Capacity of Xanthone–Urea Complex

  • Catherine Ortega,
  • Manami Nomura,
  • Mizuki Ohtomo,
  • Florencio Arce,
  • Gerard Lee See and
  • Yutaka Inoue

5 June 2025

Xanthones are a group of polyphenolic compounds widely known to have antitumor, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. To fully utilize their therapeutic potential, this study aimed to enhance the solubil...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,133 Views
16 Pages

5 June 2025

Various forms of alumina have attracted considerable attention for their ability to remove anionic dyes from wastewater, attributed to their high specific surface area, and environmental safety. In this study, a series of modified alumina materials w...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,569 Views
19 Pages

Drying Performance of Fabrics on the Human Body

  • Ivona Jerkovic,
  • Agnes Psikuta,
  • Sahar Ebrahimi,
  • Joyce Baumann,
  • Martin Camenzind,
  • Simon Annaheim and
  • René M. Rossi

5 June 2025

When developing fabrics for applications in which evaporative cooling and drying play an important role, e.g., sports or occupational applications, the drying performance of fabrics is commonly determined using fast and easy-to-perform benchmark meth...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,023 Views
16 Pages

5 June 2025

This study investigates the microstructural evolution and mechanical degradation mechanisms of cold-drawn 310S stainless steel subjected to repeated thermal cycling between 900 °C and room temperature. The results reveal that thermal cycling indu...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,143 Views
18 Pages

5 June 2025

In this study, a flame-retardant wood-polymer composite was produced using huntite-hydromagnesite mineral, recognized for its non- flammability properties. In this context, wood-polymer composites were produced with the co-rotating twin-screw extrusi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,000 Views
27 Pages

5 June 2025

Blackseed oil supplemented with caseinate (CA)–carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCH) composite membranes were evaluated for their functional properties and as edible coating for extending the shelf life of grape tomatoes. Composite films were prepared...

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  • Open Access
1 Citations
787 Views
18 Pages

5 June 2025

Fly ash aggregates (FAAs) were synthesized via a hydrothermal process, involving the reaction of fly ash and cement at 180 °C under saturated steam conditions. A thorough examination was carried out to evaluate the impact of cement content on the...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,156 Views
23 Pages

Influence of Laser Power on CoCrFeNiMo High-Entropy Alloy Coating Microstructure and Properties

  • Shuai Li,
  • Fuheng Nie,
  • Jiyuan Ding,
  • Guijun Mao,
  • Yang Guo,
  • Tianlan Cao,
  • Chong Xiang and
  • Honggang Dong

5 June 2025

This work studies the fabrication of CoCrFeNiMo high-entropy alloy (HEA) coatings via coaxial powder-fed laser cladding, addressing porosity and impurity issues in conventional methods. The HEA coatings exhibited eutectic/hypereutectic microstructure...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,030 Views
13 Pages

5 June 2025

This paper reports on the anisotropic optoelectronic properties of aligned poly(3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) nanowire (NW) arrays fabricated via blade coating and UV irradiation, exhibiting a remarkably high electrical resistance anisotropy ratio of up t...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,241 Views
19 Pages

Methods for Quantitative Determination of Iron Sulfides in Rocks

  • Zhixin Wang,
  • Shaoping Wang,
  • Wei Li,
  • Bing Cao,
  • Xiaojun Huang,
  • Xin Chuai,
  • Xinyu Zhang and
  • Min Deng

5 June 2025

When iron sulfides are used as aggregate in concrete production, it easily oxidizes to form harmful substances such as sulfates. This results in acid corrosion and internal sulfate attack (ISA), significantly reducing concrete durability. To date, th...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
802 Views
15 Pages

5 June 2025

Cu matrix composites, because of their high mechanical strength, are often used as conductors in high-performance electrical applications. These composites are manufactured through thermomechanical processing, which introduces a high density of parti...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
875 Views
23 Pages

5 June 2025

The aim of this study is to systematically investigate the influence of hydrophobic aerogel on the performance of aerogel cement-based expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board (ACEPS board) under freeze–thaw cycles (FTCs) and to predict its...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,305 Views
25 Pages

Graphene Nanoplatelets Reinforced ABS Nanocomposite Films by Sonication-Assisted Cast Film Technique for Emission Shielding Application

  • Mohammed Iqbal Shueb,
  • Noraiham Mohamad,
  • Syarfa Zahirah Sapuan,
  • Yee See Khee,
  • Dewi Suriyani Che Halin,
  • Andrei Victor Sandu and
  • Petrica Vizureanu

5 June 2025

The rapid proliferation of electronic devices has heightened the demand for efficient electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding materials, as conventional alternatives increasingly fall short in mitigating harmful electromagnetic radiation. In thi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
921 Views
29 Pages

Mitigation of Volume Changes in Alkali-Activated Slag by Using Metakaolin

  • Maïté Lacante,
  • Brice Delsaute and
  • Stéphanie Staquet

5 June 2025

This research investigates whether metakaolin can be used as a partial substitution for slag to mitigate significant volume changes in alkali-activated slags. Its effect on compressive strength and workability (as well as on isothermal calorimetry, a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
946 Views
18 Pages

4 June 2025

Currently, research on the modification mechanisms of activated rubber/SBS (styrene–butadiene–styrene) composites and the microscopic processes involved remains limited. To investigate the impact of the rubber activation treatment combine...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,016 Views
16 Pages

4 June 2025

In this study, high-belite Portland cement clinker was successfully prepared by using low-grade limestone and solid-waste calcium carbide slag and steel slag, achieving resource utilization while reducing CO2 emissions caused by raw materials decompo...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,105 Views
19 Pages

The Use of Cyanoacrylate and Glubran in Dentistry: A Review of Clinical Applications and Outcomes

  • Michele Miranda,
  • Francesco Gianfreda,
  • Graziana Molica,
  • Mirko Martelli,
  • Marco Gargari and
  • Patrizio Bollero

4 June 2025

Cyanoacrylate-based adhesives have gained increasing attention in dentistry for their rapid polymerization, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial activity. This review analyzes the clinical use of cyanoacrylate adhesives—particularly the Glubran...

  • Article
  • Open Access
834 Views
28 Pages

4 June 2025

This study investigates the mechanical degradation of HRB400 corroded reinforcing steel induced by corrosion and introduces a tailored constitutive model to capture the influence of mass loss ratios. A series of tensile tests were conducted following...

  • Article
  • Open Access
893 Views
18 Pages

4 June 2025

Exploring advanced sulfur cathode materials is important for the development of lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs), but they still present challenges. Herein, zinc oxide dots-modified vanadium nitride flower-like heterojunctions (Zn-QDs-VN) as sulfur ho...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,410 Views
13 Pages

4 June 2025

In this article, we present the results of the first-principles study of altermagnet MnTe crystallized in the hexagonal-type crystal structure. Our theoretical calculations have been performed within density functional theory (DFT) and demonstrated t...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
731 Views
17 Pages

Effect of Laser Parameters on Through-Thickness Local Hardness of Polypropylene Plates

  • André Guimarães,
  • Daniel Gomes,
  • André Vieira and
  • Serafim M. Oliveira

4 June 2025

Laser technology is widely regarded as a highly effective method for welding thermoplastic polymers due to its precision, cleanliness, and versatility. This study investigates the effects of laser power and scanning speed on the through-thickness har...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
998 Views
15 Pages

4 June 2025

Solid waste-based cementitious materials (SWBC) are composed of steel slag (SS), granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS), fly ash (FA), desulfurization gypsum (DG), and Portland cement (PC). Currently, SWBC holds great potential as a sustainable buildin...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,091 Views
14 Pages

4 June 2025

The incorporation of MAX phase interface layers into silicon carbide (SiC) composites has been shown to significantly enhance mechanical properties, particularly under irradiation conditions. However, conventional Ti-based MAX phases suffer from ther...

  • Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,668 Views
24 Pages

4 June 2025

Organic–inorganic hybrid halide perovskites have emerged as promising optoelectronic materials owing to their exceptional optoelectronic properties and versatile crystal structures. The introduction of chiral organic ligands into perovskite fra...

  • Communication
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1,263 Views
10 Pages

Preparation of Metallic Zr from ZrO2 via Carbothermal and Electrochemical Reduction in Molten Salts

  • Wenchen Song,
  • Xu Chen,
  • Yanhong Jia,
  • Mingshuai Yang,
  • Guoan Ye and
  • Fuxing Zhu

4 June 2025

Zirconium, a critical rare metal with exceptional corrosion resistance and nuclear applications, is conventionally produced via the energy-intensive Kroll process. The electrolysis of ZrCxOy soluble anodes has been extensively investigated due to its...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,163 Views
18 Pages

Particleboards with Various Biomass Residues

  • Electra Papadopoulou,
  • Dimitrios Moutousidis,
  • Christos Achelonoudis,
  • Stavros Tsompanidis,
  • Christina Kyriakou-Tziamtzi,
  • Konstantinos Chrissafis and
  • Dimitrios N. Bikiaris

4 June 2025

Particleboards were developed by replacing a part of wood with various biomass residues, including coffee bean husks, spent coffee grounds, thistle, Sideritis and dead leaves of Posidonia oceanica. These materials were analysed to determine their phy...

  • Review
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,622 Views
40 Pages

A Review of ε-Ga2O3 Films: Fabrications and Photoelectric Properties

  • Siwei Wang,
  • Jie Jian,
  • Cong Xu,
  • Xiaoheng Dong,
  • Jielong Yang,
  • Maolin Zou,
  • Wangwang Liu,
  • Qinglong Tu,
  • Mengyao Li and
  • Xiangli Liu
  • + 1 author

4 June 2025

Gallium oxide (Ga2O3), as an ultra-wide bandgap semiconducting material, has attracted extensive research interest in recent years. Owing to its outstanding electrical and optical properties, as well as its high reliability, Ga2O3 shows great potenti...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,237 Views
17 Pages

4 June 2025

Compressive strength tests of concrete using core samples are used to determine the strength of concrete elements in building structures. Due to ecology, the use of recycled aggregate in concrete is common. There are more and more concrete structures...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,208 Views
16 Pages

4 June 2025

This study focused on investigations of FeCo and FeNi nanowires prepared by template-assisted electrodeposition in polycarbonate membranes. Nanowires with a diameter of 100 nm and length of 6 µm were grown at different cathodic potentials and electro...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,229 Views
20 Pages

4 June 2025

The integration of chirality into nanomaterials holds significant potential for improving molecular recognition and biomedical technologies. In this work, we fabricated novel chiral horned gold nanostructures (HNS) by controlling the concentration of...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,462 Views
15 Pages

Cold Consolidation of Waste Glass by Alkali Activation and Curing by Traditional and Microwave Heating

  • Francesco Carollo,
  • Emanuele De Rienzo,
  • Antonio D’Angelo,
  • Paolo Sgarbossa,
  • Luisa Barbieri,
  • Cristina Leonelli,
  • Isabella Lancellotti,
  • Michelina Catauro and
  • Enrico Bernardo

4 June 2025

Despite efforts to recycle, boro-alumino-silicate pharmaceutical glass (BASG) results in a significant portion of glass cullet currently landfilled. Highly contaminated fractions of BASG cullet are largely unemployed because of the presence of metals...

  • Article
  • Open Access
780 Views
18 Pages

4 June 2025

In practical coal preparation processes, influenced by mining methods and mechanization levels, the proportion of fine and even ultrafine pulverized coal continues to increase. However, due to the small particle size, significant inter-particle inter...

  • Article
  • Open Access
983 Views
19 Pages

Effect of Induction Heating Temperature on the Uniformity of Mechanical Properties of Bulb Flat Steel Sections in the Quenched State

  • Zhen Qi,
  • Xiaobing Luo,
  • Fengrui Liang,
  • Feng Chai,
  • Qilu Ge,
  • Zhide Zhan,
  • Chunfang Wang,
  • Wei Fan,
  • Hong Yang and
  • Yitong Liu

4 June 2025

Induction quenching is critical for high-strength bulb flat steel, yet the influence of the heating temperature on mechanical property uniformity across sections remains underexplored. This study systematically investigates the effect of the inductio...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
1,107 Views
20 Pages

4 June 2025

The paper presents the effect of the symmetric and asymmetric semi-metallic gasket core shape on the tightness level in bolted flange joints. Experimental tests, as well as numerical calculations based on the finite element method, revealed that the...

  • Article
  • Open Access
680 Views
12 Pages

Fracture Behavior and Toughness Evaluation of Shotcrete: A Closed-Form Approach

  • Quan Zhang,
  • Yihuan Xiao,
  • Xiangyu Han,
  • Bin Jia and
  • Kai Zhang

3 June 2025

Shotcrete, due to its excellent performance, has become widely adopted as a lining material in tunnel construction. However, research on the fracture behavior of shotcrete, especially in terms of precise fracture toughness determination methods, rema...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,031 Views
22 Pages

3 June 2025

Nano-titanium dioxide (TiO2) is currently the most widely studied photocatalyst. However, its rapid recombination of photogenerated carriers and narrow range of light absorption have limited its development. Crystal form regulation and polymer modifi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
989 Views
17 Pages

3 June 2025

Traditional landfill cover materials have low strength and poor dry–wet durability. Municipal solid waste incineration fly ash (MSWI FA) can be used to partially replace cement solidification dredging sediment (DS). This article investigates th...

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