Materials, Volume 17, Issue 22

In this paper, the fatigue resistance of a full-scale Steel Catenary Riser (SCR) girth weld is investigated using the Strength–Number of cycles (S–N) curve method based on weld formation quality and fracture mechanics approaches. The test...

Global industry relies on a linear approach for economic growth. One step towards transformation is the implementation of a circular economy and the reclamation of anthropogenic deposits. This study examines two filter dusts, one German and one Argen...

This study comprehensively investigates the stress distribution and aging effects in Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) and Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) gasket materials through a novel integration of hyperelastic modeling and advanced machine l...

Introduction: Root dentin is a porous and complex dental surface that may have irregularities and deposits of organic material. To achieve an effective bond between restorative materials and root dentin, it is necessary that the restorative materials...

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) blends are widely used in industries requiring mechanically durable materials, yet the impact of processing parameters on blend performance remains underexplored. This study investigates the inf...

We have investigated the thermodynamic property modification of ammonia borane via nanoconfinement. Two different mesoporous silica scaffolds, SBA-15 and MCM-41, were used to confine ammonia borane. Using in situ Raman spectroscopy, we examined how p...

Copper (Cu) in steel production can be a residual element, causing challenges during steel processing, as well as an alloying element, improving corrosion resistance and providing hardenability by nanosized precipitates. For the transition toward a g...

The objective of this research is to fabricate waste-based alkali-activated foams with better properties in a quick time by using energy-efficient techniques such as microwave irradiation. The present study reports the effect of microwave heating par...

A host–guest-based fluorescent composite with a large Stokes shift was synthesized by intercalating 2,2′-(thiophene-2,5-diyl)bis(benzo[d]oxazol-6-amine) (BBTA) into the nanochannels of zeolite L (ZL) and sealing the pores with (3-aminopro...

In order to efficiently utilize industrial solid waste while minimizing the preparation cost of engineering materials and the technical difficulty of construction, this paper prepared a high fly ash content alkali-activated fly ash slag composite sys...

In additive manufacturing, controlling hot cracking in non-weldable nickel-based superalloys poses a significant challenge for forming complex components. This study introduces a multiple preheating process for the forming surface in electron beam po...

Liposomal preparations play an important role as formulations for transdermal drug delivery; however, the electrical conductivity of these systems is sparingly evaluated. The aim of the study was to outline the range of the values of electrical condu...

The high-temperature durability performance plays a crucial role in the applications of single-crystal (SX) superalloys repaired by laser-directed energy deposition (L-DED). A specialized heat treatment process for L-DED-repaired SX superalloys was d...

Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) enables the efficient production of near-net-shape oxide dispersion-strengthened (ODS) alloys, which possess superior mechanical properties due to oxide nanoparticles (e.g., yttrium oxide, Y-O, and yttrium-titanium oxid...

Asphalt releases a large number of irritating fumes during construction and use, which is a serious emission pollution that not only damages the atmospheric environment but also produces highly toxic and carcinogenic volatile organic compounds (VOCs)...

Restorative dentistry often uses ceramic laminate veneers for aesthetic anterior teeth restorations due to their natural appearance and minimal invasiveness. However, the understanding of their clinical performance and how ceramic microstructure and...

Debonding of the primary anode caused by anodic acidification is one of the major failure modes of the impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) system in reinforced concrete structures. This study used 3D micro X-ray computed tomography (μ-XCT...

Non-pneumatic tires (NPTs) have garnered significant attention due to their advantages, such as energy efficiency, safety, versatile applications, and superior performance, compared to traditional rubber-based pneumatic tires (PTs). This mini review...

Expansive soils, prone to significant volume changes with moisture fluctuations, challenge engineering infrastructure due to their swelling and shrinking. Traditional stabilization methods, including mechanical and chemical treatments, often have hig...

Discontinuous precipitation-strengthened Cu-Ni-Si alloys are highly regarded for their combination of high strength and excellent electrical conductivity. However, the slow process of discontinuous precipitation, typically requiring up to 24 h for co...

High phosphorus Ni-P coatings, both unreinforced and modified by the addition of alumina (Al₂O₃) and zirconia (ZrO₂) nanoparticles, were manufactured by electroless deposition technique and heat-treated with different temperature and duration schedul...

This study successfully synthesized high-tetragonality barium titanate (BaTiO₃) particles with a small particle size by implementing ball milling in the solid-state synthesis of BaTiO₃ and utilizing nanoscale raw materials. This study also addressed...

Owing to their high producibility and resistance to corrosion, austenitic chromium–nickel steels are widely used in the chemical, petroleum, and food industries. However, their significant disadvantage lies in their poor structural performance,...

The compressive deformation of the extruded binary Mg-Gd with gadolinium in solid solution has been studied in situ by combining synchrotron diffraction and acoustic emission techniques during compression tests. These two techniques are useful in inv...

During the fabrication of Inconel 718–AISI 316L bimetallic components via laser powder-directed energy deposition, understanding the relationships between processes, microstructures, and material properties is crucial to obtaining high-quality...

This paper deals with the actual and challenging process of the optimal design of topologies of periodic structures taking into account the design-dependent loads. The topology formulation used in this paper minimizes the compliance value of the stru...

To improve the collaborative design of laser cladding Ni-based self-fluxing alloy (SFA) wear-resistant coatings, machine learning methods were applied. A comprehensive database was constructed from the literature, linking alloy composition, processin...

The working conditions of tools during plastic working operations are determined by, among other things, temperature, loads, loading method, and processing speed. In sheet metal forming processes, additionally, lubricant and tool surface roughness pl...

This paper presents an investigation into the use of pyrolysis to valorise solid waste in the form of post-consumer footwear uppers. A heterogenous leather and textile mixture is studied, produced by crushing some representative samples of post-consu...

Selective laser melting (SLM) technology is a high-end dual-use technology that is implemented in aerospace and medical equipment, as well as the automotive industry and other military and civilian industries, and is urgently needed for major equipme...

Recyclable construction waste can be used as a low-cost material to reduce stormwater pollution caused by various pollutants. In recent years, studies have reported increased water contamination from chlorine and chlorine compounds and its negative i...

The research presented in this paper is part of a larger project concerning high-manganese alloys with different chemical compositions (mainly in manganese content from 21 to 31 wt.%). The presented examination results concern the analysis of the mic...

This paper presents the results of a study on the atomisation process of 316L material. The primary objective of the study was to obtain the highest quality, quantity and yield of 316L metal powder for the established atomisation parameters (torch cu...

The mechanical properties of Mn- and Fe-doped Na_0.5Bi_0.5TiO₃ ceramics in unpoled and poled states were examined and analyzed for the first time through measurements of Young’s modulus, the elastic modulus, Poisson’s number, compressibilit...

Organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), benefiting from a low-temperature process (≤120 °C), offer a promising approach for the monolithic integration of MicroLED structures through organic-last integration. Previous research has demonstrated that sma...

Magnesium phosphate cement (MPC), a cementitious material that hardens through an acid–base reaction, is theoretically expected to exhibit strong acid resistance. However, studies on the durability of MPC in acidic environments remain limited....

Nanocomposite flexible polyurethane foams (nFPUfs) were obtained by modifying the polyurethane formulation by adding a halloysite nano-filler in the amount of one to five parts by weight per hundred parts of used polyol (php). Flexible polyurethane (...

This paper presents the results of studies on the effects of four types of aerosols containing an aqueous dispersed suspension of graphene oxide (GO) and an aqueous dispersed suspension of graphene oxide with the addition of curcumin (GO + C), silver...

Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is a type of concrete that can be poured into complex geometries and dense reinforcement areas without the need for mechanical vibration, exhibiting excellent segregation resistance and flowability. Its adoption in the...

In this study, the removal performances of a multi-pollutant elimination cartridge system (MPECS) composed of palm shell waste-based activated carbon (PSAC), magnesium (Mg)/silicon (Si)-doped PSAC (Mg/Si-PSAC), and silver (Ag)-doped PSAC (Ag-PSAC) fo...

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is widely used in bottle production by stretch blow molding processes (SBM processes) due to its cost-effectiveness and low environmental impact. The presented literature review focuses on microcavitation and solid-st...

This study used statistical tools to optimise WC/Co/Ni welds and model construction to improve the mechanical properties of coatings by laser cladding. The effect of the parameters on the wear performance of the weld was determined by analysis of var...

This study analyses a set of phenomena occurring in the burnished surface layer at the initial moment of deformation formation. The aim of the present research was to explain the phenomena occurring in the top layer of the material during burnishing....

Welded cable composed of nickel–chromium (Ni-Cr) alloy and copper is a crucial component in the resistance heating technology used for heavy oil production. Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding was employed to join the copper and Ni-Cr alloy using...

This study aimed to improve the mechanical properties and microstructure of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) by incorporating carbon fibers (CFs) and nano-SiO₂ (NS) to promote the optimal utilization of RAC. The mechanical properties of the RAC were...

Biodegradable material, such as magnesium alloy or polylactic acid (PLA), is a promising candidate for orthopedic surgery. The alloying of metals and the addition of rare earths to increase mechanical strength are still questionable in terms of biosa...

Fiber-reinforced composites are extensively used in many components and structures in various industry sectors, and the need to connect and assemble such types of components may require drilling operations. Although drilling is a common machining pro...

In this study, the crystallization behavior, microstructure, and mechanical and physical properties of CaO-Al₂O₃-SiO₂ (CAS)-based glass-ceramics prepared from eggshell waste, zeolite, and pumice were investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD), differ...

Friction and wear characteristics play a critical role in the functionality and durability of prosthetic sockets, which are essential components in lower-limb prostheses. Traditionally, these sockets are manufactured from bulk polymers or composite m...

Fly ash (FA) is the main solid waste emitted from coal-fired power plants. Due to its high yield, low utilization rate, and occupation of a large amount of land, it exerts enormous pressure on the Earth’s environment. With the deepening of the...