This study analysed flexural properties, microhardness, and the degree of conversion (DC) of five bulk-fill composites under clinically relevant conditions (4 mm thick specimens) in comparison to 2 mm specimens according to ISO 4049. Additionally, th...
This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of research trends in evaluating the mechanical properties of timber structures, with a particular emphasis on the modulus of elasticity (MOE) assessed through non-destructive testing (NDT) me...
This study demonstrated the potential of a non-destructive evaluation (NDE) method to assess the elastic properties of materials printed under various parameters. A database was created documenting the relationship between the elastic properties (You...
The widespread use of glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars in reinforced concrete (RC) elements has yet been limited due to the anisotropic and non-homogeneous material behaviour of GFRP. The material characteristics of GFRP bars from different...
To meet the application requirements for structural components in Gen-IV nuclear reactors, it is essential to improve the high-temperature mechanical properties of 25Ni-20Cr (S35140) austenitic stainless steel. In this research, an improved austeniti...
Over recent years, ultrasonic atomization, especially with regard to liquid metals, has become an object of increased interest, mainly from industry, for additive manufacturing, but also from investigators, for research purposes. A strong correlation...
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Due to the increased prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), more children with ASD may be referred for genetic testing. It is important to develop a tool to help parents consider the benefits and drawbacks of genetic testing for ASD before pur...
This paper presents an experimental material campaign focusing on fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) to be applied in a novel bridge deck panel. Laminas based on most commonly used fibers, i.e., glass, carbon, basalt and aramid, were prepared and studie...
The paper concerns modeling the microstructure of a hypereutectic aluminum-silicon alloy developed by the authors with the purpose of application for automobile cylinder liners showing high resistance to abrasive wear at least equal to that of cast-i...
Carbon fiber-reinforced shape memory polymer composites (CF-SMPCs) have been researched as a potential next-generation material for aerospace application, due to their lightweight and self-deployable properties. To this end, the mechanical properties...
Ultrasonic atomization is an object of steadily increasing interest from metal powder manufacturers, both for additive manufacturing and powder metallurgy. Based on the analysis of available theoretical studies, simulations and experiments, it was no...
The hydraulic bulge test with micro-samples is expected to be useful in the damage assessment of long-service-period metals to understand the degeneration of their mechanical properties. Since the hydraulic bulge test has a different stress state fro...
This study provides a method for the rapid, non-destructive testing of the internal quality of Korla fragrant pears. The dielectric constant (ε′) and dielectric loss factor (ε″) of pear samples were tested at 100 frequency...
The use of plastic materials in the maritime industry is increasing day by day. Plastics are particularly preferred in watercraft due to their lightweight, resistance to water-related damage (such as mold and wear), optical clarity, and high corrosio...
The Small Punch Test (SPT) has been developed as a small sample technique for the evaluation of mechanical properties of structural materials. However, the SPT is subject to systematic biases, resulting in inaccurate estimates of Uniaxial Tensile Tes...
Recent research trends focus on developing bio-based (derived from agricultural byproducts) fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications. Fire resistance is one of the key issues that need to be addressed for the use of these...
Traditional steel–wood composite formwork systems often exhibit mechanical imbalances, such as high strength with insufficient stiffness or high stiffness with low toughness, under both ultimate and serviceability limit states. To address the d...
Buildings contribute to nearly 30% of global carbon dioxide emissions, making a significant impact on climate change. Despite advanced design methods, such as those based on dynamic simulation tools, a significant discrepancy exists between designed...
The validation of security protocols remains a complex and critical task in the cybersecurity landscape, often relying on labor-intensive testing or formal verification techniques with limited scalability. In this paper, we explore property-based tes...
The adhesive property between asphalt and aggregate is a crucial factor that affects the resistance of asphalt pavement to moisture damage. In this study, by simulating the actual working conditions of asphalt–aggregate bonding characteristics,...
The investigation into the circumferential mechanical properties of tubular materials has been receiving increasing attention, since the tube hydroforming process has been used in the tubular materials forming field, because the circumferential mecha...
As an important water conveying structure, the seismic safety of the hydraulic aqueduct has attracted considerable interest. Different from the general bridge structure, the seismic analysis of the aqueduct structure needs to consider its fluid&ndash...
Slip zone soil is usually composed of clay or silty clay; in some special geological environments, it contains gravels, which make the properties of the slip zone soil more complex. Unfortunately, in many indoor shear tests, gravels are removed to me...
In this study, we identified the stiffness, natural frequency, and damping properties of a metallic mesh fabric applied to spaceborne antennas and proposed finite element models (FEMs) based on static and dynamic property tests. Tensile tests along t...
The application of the hydrodynamic method has enhanced the extraction of coal bed methane (CBM). In this method, fracturing fluid rapidly penetrates the coal reservoir, altering its intrinsic pore structure and microscopic mechanical properties. The...
As important parameters for characterizing heat transfer, thermal property parameters of aquifers and rock-soil skeletons have important research significance in the development and utilization of geothermal resources. The slug heat test is inspired...
The microbond test for natural fibers is difficult to conduct experimentally due to several challenges including controlling the gap distance of the blade, the meniscus shape, and the large data spread. In this study, a finite element simulation was...
As a wind blade is getting larger, its structural behavior becomes more complex and thus the risk of blade structural failure becomes higher. Generally, structural integrity is proved through blade testing with contact measurement devices such as str...
The impact property is one of the most significant mechanical properties for metallic materials. In the current work, a soft–hard copper–brass block with a high yield strength of ~320 MPa and good uniform elongation of ~20% was prepared,...
Amyloids and antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) have many similarities, e.g., both kill microorganisms by destroying their membranes, form aggregates, and modulate the innate immune system. Given these similarities and the fact that the antimicrobial prop...
Nondestructive tests, commonly employed in rock mechanics, estimate mechanical parameters without affecting the rocks in situ properties. This study evaluates non-destructive tests (ultrasonic pulse velocity and Schmidt hammer) for forecasting the st...
Biomechanical parameters of plant tissues and organs are increasingly recognized as key factors in plant development and application, increasing the demand for convenient devices for their study. The paper presents an original device for performing a...
Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) restoratives and MTA sealers are commonly used in endodontics. Commonly referenced standards for testing of MTA are ISO 6876, 9917-1 and 10993. A PubMed search was performed relating to the relevant tests within each...
To obtain the viscoelastic parameters of asphalt mixtures and analyze the effect of temperatures and modifiers on viscoelastic properties of asphalt mixtures, the creep compliances of the neat asphalt mixture (AM), compound diatomite and basalt fiber...
The polymer anti-seepage wall composed of polymer materials is a new technology for impermeable reinforcement in dykes and dams. Compared with traditional grouting materials, polymer grouting materials have the advantages of early strength, convenien...
This study delves into the mechanical characteristics of polyamide PA2200 components crafted using selective laser sintering (SLS) technology. Our primary objective is to analyze the tensile behavior of the components printed at various orientations,...
The geometric burning law of gun propellants is widely used in computer codes used for the simulations of the internal ballistics of guns. However, the results of closed vessel tests prove that the burning process of some propellants deviates from th...
Single Al wires from unused AAAC (A50) cables were studied after laboratory fatigue testing, which simulated processes arising in these wires during their operation in the cables of overhead power lines (OPLs) and are valuable for predicting the life...
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The use of the Internet has been gradually and unstoppably gaining ground in all areas of life, from recreational activities to how social relations are established. However, the existence of clinical cases indicates that the addictive use of the Int...
The microstructures and local properties of ordinary refractory ceramic materials are heterogeneous and play a role in the fracture behavior of ordinary refractory ceramic materials. It is important to consider them in numerical modeling. Herein, the...
Cyclic wetting and drying processes have been considered as important factors that accelerate the weathering process and have deteriorative effects on rock properties. In the present study, a fully nondestructive and noninvasive testing approach util...
The small punch test (SPT) can be very convenient to obtain mechanical properties due to its unique advantages from small-volume samples, and has gained wide popularity and appreciation among researchers. In this paper, the SPT test and finite elemen...
As a commonly used material in the petrochemical, nuclear and aerospace fields, Inconel 625 has excellent strength and corrosion resistance. The accurate evaluation of material properties with small specimen volume is of great significance to ensure...
The design and manufacture of artificial tissue for knee joints have been highlighted recently among researchers which necessitates an apt approach for its assessment. Even though most re-searches have focused on specific mechanical or tribological t...
: Equestrian polo is struggling to grow and attract young players due to the perception it is a game played by royals and the rich only, and is not a real sport. This study highlights the high level of skill and athletic challenge faced by the player...
An electro-hydraulic servo loading system for a pavement mechanical properties test device was designed. The simulation analysis and test results showed that the PID control met the design requirements, but the output’s maximum error did not. T...
The mechanical properties of fully-grouted bolt support are critical for the safety of support engineering works. To study the influences of factors including the bolt length and diameter, strength of the rock, and fracture angle on the mechanical pr...
The development of selective coffee harvesting technologies requires detailed knowledge of the geometrical, physical, and mechanical properties of the subsystems of the coffee bush, including the elastic properties of the substructures of fruit and t...
Extruded polystyrene (XPS) is frequently used in the construction of many different structures. Therefore, it is necessary to appropriately characterize its mechanical properties to ensure the safety of said structures. Among the available characteri...
Three-dimensional printable concrete (3DPC) has become increasingly popular in the building and architecture industries due to its low cost and fast design. Currently, there is great interest in the mix design methods and mechanical properties of 3DP...
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