Materials, Volume 17, Issue 16

The corrosion protection of tool steel surfaces is of significant importance for ensuring cutting precision and cost savings. However, conventional surface protection measures usually rely on toxic organic solvents, posing threats to the environment...

The presented research is the seed of a vision for the development of a waste-for-product strategy. Following this concept, various synthetic solutions containing low concentrations of platinum group metals were used to model their recovery and to pr...

The processes of hemp bast fiber retting, forming, and drying offer the opportunity for value-added products such as natural fiber-reinforced composites. A new process for the retting of raw bast fibers through enzyme-triggered self-cultured bacteria...

Corrosion of steel is an issue that cannot be ignored in contemporary society. Due to large-scale corrosion, it is urgent to develop a surface treatment process that enhances the corrosion resistance of steel, allowing for application in various scen...

The commonly used aluminum–copper alloys in industry are mainly rolled plates and extruded or drawn bars. The aluminum–copper alloys’ anisotropy generated in the manufacturing process is unfavorable for subsequent applications. Its...

Silicon carbide (SiC) single crystals have great prospects for high-temperature energy storage due to their robust structural stability, ultrahigh power output, and superior temperature stability. However, energy density is an essential challenge for...

The development of eco-friendly elastomeric materials has become an important issue in recent years. In this work, thermoplastic elastomer samples of an ethylene–norbornene copolymer (EN) with coffee and tea biofillers mixed with typical filler...

High-manganese steel (high-Mn) is valuable for its excellent mechanical properties in cryogenic environments, making it essential to understand its deformation behavior at extremely low temperatures. The deformation behavior of high-Mn steels at extr...

In the article, the authors presented the results of research on the assessment of the effect of selected mineral additives on the strength properties of the standard mortar. The modification of the composition of the standard mortar made on the basi...

The rise in atmospheric greenhouse gases like CO₂ is a primary driver of global warming. Human actions are the primary factor behind the surge in CO₂ levels, contributing to two-thirds of the greenhouse effect over the past decade. This study focuses...

The paper aims at documenting the material employed in 1942 for the fabrication of an exhaust valve for a Harley-Davidson WLA/WLC motorcycle and assesses the material features with modern steel standard specifications and treatment. Facing properties...

The Nb-16Si-24Ti-2Al-2Cr alloy was prepared by plasma rotating electrode process (PREP) technology and the hot-pressing (HP) method, and the effects of sintering temperature on the microstructure, mechanical properties and fracture behavior were inve...

At Cracow University of Technology, attempts were made to develop national truck scale platforms with a capacity of 60 tons, made from prestressed concrete. For this work, we designed slabs partially prestressed with unbonded tendons featuring a cros...

The expansion of vermiculite using microwave irradiation is an environmentally friendly and efficient method that can enhance the material’s adsorption performance. This study investigated the microwave irradiation of vermiculite with five diff...

Clays are components in the fine portion of aggregates, less than 75 microns in size (micro-fines), which are usually washed away when producing coarse or fine (manufactured sand) aggregates in quarries. When marginal sources of aggregates are being...

This study compares the structural, microstructural, thermal, and mechanical properties of geopolymer pastes (GPs) created through traditional methods and those derived from ready-to-use powders for geopolymer (RUPG) materials. The metakaolin (MK) pr...

Research into the processability of NiTiHf high-temperature shape memory alloys (HTSMAs) via laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) is limited; nevertheless, these alloys show promise for applications in extreme environments. This study aims to address this...

Sapphire has various applications in photonics due to its broadband transparency, high-contrast index, and chemical and physical stability. Photonics integration on the sapphire platform has been proposed, along with potentially high-performance lase...

We report the results of synthesis of zinc selenide (ZnSe) nanocrystals into SiO₂/Si track templates formed by irradiation with 200 MeV Xe ions up to a fluence of 10⁷ ions/cm². Zinc selenide nanocrystals were obtained by chemical deposition from the...

This paper presents issues related to the assessment of the texture of aggregate concrete (EAC) surfaces using various methods for its verification. Microtexture was assessed using the British Pendulum Tester (BPT) and Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT)....

The precursor nanoparticles of nickel hydroxide (Ni(OH)₂) and nickel oxide (NiO) were successfully converted into the latter by the reaction of nickel chloride with hydrazine at ambient temperature. (TGA) and (DSC) were adapted for annealing the prec...

Introducing an additive is a practical approach to improve the lubrication performance of base oil in the field of tribology. Herein, a series of sulfoximine derivatives was synthesized and incorporated into base oil A51 as additives. The tribologica...

This report presents the low-frequency (LF), static, and dynamic dielectric properties of neopentyl glycol (NPG), an orientationally disordered crystal (ODIC)-forming material important for the barocaloric effect applications. High-resolution tests w...

Lab-made biosilica (SiO₂) nanoparticles were obtained from waste biomass (rice husks) and used as eco-friendly fillers in the production of nickel matrix composite films via the co-electrodeposition technique. The produced biosilica nanoparticles wer...

In this paper, the precipitation behavior and its effect on resistivity in a new type of nickel–iron-based alloy during short-term aging were investigated. During the aging process, the ${\mathsf{\gamma }}^{\prime }$ phase increases in average size and decreas...

The effects of the rare earth element La on the microstructure and mechanical properties of cast Al-5.4Cu-0.7Mg-0.6Ag alloys have been investigated through metallographic observation, scanning electron microscopy analysis, transmission electron micro...

Electrodeposited chromium plating continues to be widely used in a number of specialized areas, such as weapons, transport, aerospace, etc. However, the formation of texture, hydrogen content and residual stress can degrade the serviceability and lea...

Soft magnetic composite cores were produced by spark plasma sintering (SPS) from Ni₃Fe@ZnFe₂O₄ and NiFeMo@ZnFe₂O₄ pseudo-core-shell powders. In the Fe-Ni alloys@ZnFe₂O₄ pseudo-core-shell composite powders, the core is a large nanocrystalline Permallo...

This study evaluated the properties of 3D-printed Onyx–fiberglass composites. These composites were 3D-printed with zero, one, two, three, and four layers of fiberglass. Ten samples of each configuration were printed for the tensile and flexura...

This study investigates the incorporation of algae-based activated carbon into polyurethane foam to improve a biocomposite for gasoil sorption. The biocomposites were thoroughly analyzed using various techniques to examine the properties of both the...

This study evaluated the effect of stearyl methacrylate addition on the physical and mechanical properties of bisphenol A glycidyl methacrylate- and triethylene glycol dimethacrylate-based polymers, which are traditionally used in dental applications...

Shells are primarily composed of calcite and aragonite, making the inclusion of micronized shells as bio-based fillers in organic coatings a potential means to enhance the mechanical properties of the layers. A water-based coating was reinforced with...

In this study, polyimide (PI) and polysulfonamide (PSA) were used as base materials, and polyethylene glycol (PEG) was added to successfully prepare PI/PSA/PEG nanofiber membranes through electrospinning technology. Subsequently, water etching was pe...

This paper presents linking computational research of the multilayer structure of the cladding of a three-layer panel made of highly porous polystyrene concrete developed using a new technology in comparison with traditional ones. The calculation of...

The aim of the study was to identify limiting factors for reusing wood through the recycling of window frames by conducting research under fully controlled conditions. The research involved manufacturing new window frames, seasoning them, and then sh...

This article focuses on the influence of generated electromagnetic noise (energy) during the micro-perforation process. This study aims to investigate the critical parameters and effects of using laser technology in the processing of textile material...

This paper presents an optimized design approach using nonlinear dynamic analysis and finite element methods to ensure the structural integrity of square-shaped containers made from ductile cast iron for intermediate- and low-level radioactive waste...

In this paper, the morphological, micromechanical and tribological characteristics of the Ti-6Al-4V ELI alloy after thermal oxidation (TO) were identified. TO was carried out at temperatures of 848 K, 898 K and 948 K over a period of 50 h. Microscopi...

This study investigates the potential of utilizing hazelnut shells (HS) as an innovative filler in three-layer plywood technology, addressing the growing need for sustainable, high-performance materials. Traditional plywood production relies on adhes...

A fully quantum, numerically accurate methodology is presented for the simulation of the exciton dynamics and time-resolved fluorescence of cavity-tuned two-dimensional (2D) materials at finite temperatures. This approach was specifically applied to...

Carburized steel shafts are commonly used in industry due to their good wear resistance and fatigue life. If the surface of carburized shafts exhibits an undesired tensile stress, shot peening treatment may be required to alter the stress condition o...

New materials and the interactions between them are the basis of novel energy storage devices such as supercapacitors and batteries. In recent years, because of the increasing demand for electricity as an energy source, the development of new energy...

In this study, Poly(vinyl alcohol)/cellulose nanofiber (PVA/CNF) hydrogels have been successfully prepared using γ-ray irradiation, annealing, and rehydration processes. In addition, the effects of CNF content and annealing methods on the hydro...

In the last decades, nano-silica (NS), nano-alumina (NA), and nano-calcium oxide (NC) particles have been incorporated into cementitious materials, and it seems that each one of them contributes uniquely to the materials’ properties. This resea...

In the field of ultrasonic-assisted micro-forming, in addition to acoustic softening, impact effects also play a significant role, especially in terms of influencing the deformation behavior of surfaces, such as by generating more deformation on surf...

Hexagonal boron nitride is rapidly gaining interest as a platform for photonic quantum technologies, due to its two-dimensional nature and its ability to host defects deep within its large band gap that may act as room-temperature single-photon emitt...

Concrete coatings show significant promise in shielding concrete substrates from corrosion by effectively resisting harmful ions and moisture. Thanks to their practicality, high efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, coatings are considered a potent tec...

Lower urinary tract inflammation is a very common problem which occurs particularly in women. That is why the idea of a biotextronics system for preventive and supportive treatment came to be. The system is a kind of a therapeutic clothing in the for...

The ever-increasing expansion of chemical industries produces a variety of common pollutants, including colors, which become a global and environmental problem. Using a nanocatalyst is one of the effective ways to reduce these organic contaminants. W...

Hydroxyapatite (HAp) polymer composites have gained significant attention due to their applications in bone regeneration and tooth implants. This review examines the synthesis, properties, and applications of Hap, highlighting various manufacturing m...