2026 May-1 - 238 articles
Under extreme conditions, including atomic scale, ultra-fast processes, and ultra-high power density, the continuous-medium hypothesis and local equilibrium approximation of classical transport theory no longer hold, with interface effects governing...
Accurate numerical simulation of Cr20Ni80 alloy processing relies on reliable constitutive and failure models. This study employs a comprehensive experimental–numerical approach to calibrate and validate the Johnson–Cook (J-C) parameters...
The microstructure of high-strength martensitic steel specifically made for additive manufacturing was modified via in situ plasma arc remelting (PAR) to improve its surface properties. The results reveal that the microstructure is characterized by t...
Microwave-sintered lunar regolith bricks are promising candidates for in situ construction of lunar infrastructure, where structural load-bearing capacity and multifunctional performance are simultaneously required. Currently, there remains a researc...
Copper-bearing low-carbon high-strength steels are widely employed in marine engineering. However, the microstructural homogeneity, strength–toughness matching, and low-temperature toughening mechanisms of such steels at high copper contents re...
Aim: This literature review presents the biological evaluation of light-curing 3D printing materials containing methacrylic and acrylic resin in dentistry. The sample was 42 articles published between 2008 and 2025, available on PubMed, Scopus, Cochr...
The dynamics of pulsed laser ablation plumes strongly influence thin-film deposition quality; however, pressure-dependent collision accumulation and component-resolved transport in binary metal plumes remain poorly understood. In this study, a kineti...
A proper understanding of hydrogen–trap interactions in materials is of considerable significance, as it holds the potential to provide promising solutions to the long-standing issue of hydrogen embrittlement. In the present study, we employed...
The journal retracts the article titled “Shear Strengthening of Deep T-Section RC Beams with CFRP Bars” [...]
Hypereutectic Al-Si alloys are used in a number of industries; however, the large size of primary Si grains significantly limits their industrial applications. Grain refinement through the addition of modifiers has become a crucial technical approach...
As low-temperature plasmas (LTPs) have gained significant attention in materials processing for the microelectronics industry, challenges in spatiotemporal analysis of plasma parameters in a radio frequency capacitively coupled plasma (RF-CCP) system...
The grain-size dependence of hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) behavior was systematically investigated in a non-equiatomic Fe41Mn25Ni24Co8Cr2 high-entropy alloy. Six fully recrystallized specimens spanning grain s...
Wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) demands aluminum feedstock with tightly controlled diameter and high surface integrity. Adding hard TiC nanoparticles is a viable route to enhance the mechanical response of Al wires, yet the associated increase...
Multilayer paper composites have been widely applied in industrial sectors and as sustainable concrete formwork in civil construction. These materials are produced by pressing paper layers bonded with a sodium silicate adhesive; however, their struct...
The crystallinity of cubic silicon carbide (3C-SiC) epilayers is improved through the use of a novel wafer bonding and regrowth technique resulting in a reduction in planar defects. The process involves the epitaxial growth of a 3–6 µm th...
Despite its advantages, 3D printing may expose users to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and particle emissions. Emissions from commercially available acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS)- and polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PET-G)-based filamen...
The aim of this study was to produce and characterize a magnetic biocomposite based on aspen biochar, sodium alginate, and Phaffia rhodozyma yeast biomass, as well as to evaluate its suitability for removing methylene blue (MB) from aqueous solutions...
This study evaluates the performance of recycled, long-term-aged rubber-modified asphalt (RMA) mixtures rejuvenated with soybean oil. Crumb rubber is widely used in asphalt mixtures for its ability to enhance elasticity, crack resistance, and durabil...
This study prepares three types of Si3N4 ceramic bearing balls with distinct microstructures by regulating the content of Al2O3-Y2O3 sintering aids, and systematically investigates the influence mechanisms of microstructure, grain boundary phase dist...
Silicomanganese slag (SiMnS), a Mn-bearing by-product from silicomanganese alloy production, is often stockpiled in large quantities and may pose environmental concerns due to potential metal leaching. This study develops an OPC-rich hybrid SiMnS&nda...
With the continuous growth of global infrastructure construction and increasing environmental pressures [...]
This study systematically investigates the tensile anisotropic mechanical behavior of ferritic steel under different orientations through an integrated experimental, theoretical modeling, and simulation approach employing advanced characterization te...
The article presents a novel, energy-efficient composite of clinoptilolite and an organic phase change material (PCM), exhibiting a greater heat storage capacity than would be expected based solely on the PCM content within the composite. The study i...
Hybrid polymeric woven composites (HPWCs) are increasingly important in automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy structures where low weight, impact tolerance, damage containment, and superior mechanical properties are required. By combining dissi...
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is increasingly used for the fabrication of definitive crowns; however, whether specific post-curing hardware is mandatory for clinical success remains a practical concern. This study provided a practical comparison ev...
Zinc–antimony–boro–germanate glasses highly doped with Sm2O3 were synthesized by the conventional melt-quenching method. Their structural, optical, and luminescent properties were systematically investigated by X-ray diffraction (XR...
Microleakage at the implant–abutment interface represents a potential pathway for bacterial penetration and may contribute to peri-implant inflammation, marginal bone loss, and mechanical complications such as screw loosening. The increasing cl...
The management of red mud (bauxite residue, RM) is critical for environmental protection due to its high alkalinity (pH 12.5–13.0). The study investigates the valorization of RM from the ALUM Tulcea unit (Romania) through accelerated wet carbon...
To improve the low-temperature crack resistance of asphalt pavement, this paper investigates the effects of fiber length, content, and type on the flexural and tensile properties of asphalt mastic. Firstly, a numerical program was developed in MATLAB...
The particle size distribution of backfill aggregate is a key factor affecting the performance of the -long-distance pipeline transport of backfill slurry. However, the understanding of its impact on slurry flow behavior, transportation resistance, a...
To address the slow curing and low early strength of conventional modified epoxy emulsified asphalt repair materials, this study introduced steel slag aggregate into epoxy emulsified asphalt mixtures. Experimental techniques including heat absorption...
To meet the stringent industrial service requirements of magnesia–chrome refractory bricks, this study adopts a technical approach that synergistically combines precise component ratio optimization with a vacuum-pressure MgSO4 salt impregnation...
Nanoscale precipitated calcium carbonate (NPCC) is a versatile functional material whose performance is highly governed by particle size, morphology, and dispersion state. Conventional synthesis methods often rely on complex additives or multi-step p...
This study investigates the optimization of selected process parameters in the rotary friction welding (RFW) process of CuSi3Fe2Zn3 silicon bronze alloys using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) with tensile strength as the primary response. The effe...
This study investigates the enhancement of AA6082/Al2O3 aluminum metal matrix nanocomposites (AMMNCs) through powder metallurgy combined with systematic process optimization. Ultrasound-assisted dispersion and Taguchi design L9 orthogonal array were...
Metal carbides (MCs) serve as essential strengthening phases in nickel-based superalloys, so the decomposition of MCs during high-temperature creep is regarded as detrimental to the mechanical properties and service life of these alloys. However, det...
The use of non-biodegradable plastic food packaging materials has become a major environmental concern. These plastics release chemicals and microplastics during degradation, harming wildlife and entering the food chain, posing risks to both environm...
Hydroxyapatite–calcium sulfate (HACaS) bone cements have been clinically established. Combining HACaS with an antiresorptive (zoledronic acid, ZA) and osteoanabolic agent (bone morphogenic protein 2; BMP-2) may enhance the performance of HACaS...
This paper presents the electrochemical behavior of stainless steel 304 (SS304), a material often utilized in the wine industry, in the presence of varying concentrations of ascorbic acid (AcAS), introduced in a neutral solution (Na2SO4 0.25 M + 12%...
To achieve synergistic, efficient degradation of volatile, harmful gases in asphalt and to scientifically quantify inhibitor dosage, this study proposes a dosage optimization method that integrates nonlinear regression with a multi-response satisfact...
Waste tire disposal and high-ground-stress soft rock roadway instability are pressing global challenges. This study develops sustainable rubber granule concrete (RGC) using waste tire rubber as a key component, aiming to realize waste valorization an...
This study investigates the hydrogen embrittlement susceptibility of laser melting deposition (LMD)-produced Ti-6Al-4V alloy with different build orientations (0°, 45°, 90°) through electrochemical hydrogen charging, slow strain rate test...
Magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC), produced from reactive MgO and MgCl2, has re-emerged as a promising low-carbon binder due to its rapid setting and high early-age strength. Yet its limited resistance to moisture and immersion remains the principal...
To address the insufficient impact resistance of crossover frames in UHV transmission projects, this study investigates the impact response and energy absorption of undamped frames using Q420 steel, 45 steel, 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, and EP fiberglass...
This work presents a methodology for the generation of continuous fibre trajectories based on principal stress directions in continuous fibre-reinforced additive manufacturing (CFAM). The material system considered consists of continuous carbon fibre...
Silicone pressure-sensitive adhesives are a prominent group of adhesive materials used in many contemporary industrial sectors. This is due to their high resistance to difficult operating conditions, especially high temperatures. They are used, among...
The increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases highlights the need to develop vascular grafts that match the mechanics of native vascular tissue and offer functional adaptability. This study reports the development and systematic optimization o...
In this study the electromechanical response of a cantilever composite beam with surface-bonded piezoelectric patches is examined, focusing on interface stresses that may initiate delamination. A thermodynamically consistent electroelastic framework...
The prefabricated polyurethane-solidified track bed (PPSTB) combines the adjustability of ballasted tracks with the low maintenance requirements of slab tracks, offering a promising solution for railway sections on deformable foundations. This study...
Three-dimensional integrated circuits (3D ICs) have emerged as a key technology to sustain scaling trends in the microelectronics industry. This advancement calls for a fundamental shift in how electrical interconnects are implemented, with through-s...
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