Materials, Volume 18, Issue 19

Aluminum alloy surface microstructures possess functional characteristics such as hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity and anti-icing and have important applications in fields such as aerospace and power systems. In order to improve the filling quality of t...

TiAl alloys are ideal candidates to replace nickel-based superalloys in aero-engines due to their low density and high specific strength, yet their industrial application is hindered by narrow heat treatment windows and unbalanced mechanical performa...

High-entropy boride (HEB) ceramics combine ultra-high melting points, superior hardness, and compositional tunability, enabling service in extreme environments; however, difficult densification and limited fracture toughness still constrain their aer...

An exact analytical model based on three-dimensional (3D) thermo-elasticity theory is developed to investigate the bending behavior of fiber metal laminate (FML) plates under thermo-mechanical load. The temperature-dependent properties and the orthot...

Bone fragility represents a significant global health burden, characterized by the deterioration of bone strength, increased brittleness, and heightened fracture susceptibility. Osteoporosis substantially elevates the risk of fragility fractures, the...

The objective of this study was to propose a correlation model of the damage class and deformation of reinforced concrete (RC) beams damaged by earthquakes with a focus on columns and walls. For this purpose, a series of full-scale RC beam specimens...

Tuning structural heterogeneity in metallic glasses is key to improving their mechanical performance. Here we examine how carbon micro-alloying modulates the relaxation dynamics and creep of Fe-based amorphous ribbons. Increasing carbon content lower...

Due to the increasing volume of traffic on the world’s highways, researchers have been searching for new composite techniques and methods to develop durable and cost-effective pavement structures. The semi-rigid pavement is a composite pavement consi...

Hydrogen energy is viewed as a promising green energy source because of its high energy density, abundant availability, and clean combustion results. Hydrogen storage is the critical link in a hydrogen economy. Using first-principles density function...

In response to environmental pressures and the growing demand for sustainable materials, this study investigates the use of lignocellulosic fillers derived from sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) biomass, specifically stems and leaves, as reinforcem...

The aim of present study is to deposit protective coatings with various surface chemical states on AZ91D Mg alloy. Hydrothermal bioactive ceramic coatings are performed with a surface modification by the chemical bonding of self-assembled monolayers...

Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have emerged as a promising candidate for large-scale energy storage due to their inherent safety, low cost, and environmental friendliness. However, manganese dioxide (MnO₂)-based cathodes, which are widely studied...

Precise forecasting of carbon content in the converter’s reblowing phase is pivotal to boosting steel production efficiency and ensuring effective control over molten steel quality. However, existing mechanistic models based on material balance...

Brushless DC (BLDC) motors are increasingly used in industrial applications due to their high efficiency, reliability, and low weight. However, their performance strongly depends on the electromagnetic properties of stator and rotor core materials. T...

An analysis of free vibrations for thin functionally graded plate bands is presented in this work. On the microlevel these plate bands have a tolerance-periodic microstructure in planes parallel to the mid-plane. Partial differential equations with t...

Quasi-two-dimensional (Q2D) perovskite films have garnered significant attention as novel gain media for lasers due to their tunable bandgap, narrow linewidth, and solution processability. Q2D perovskites endowed with intrinsic quantum well structure...

In order to investigate the basalt fiber influences on drying shrinkage of coal gangue ceramsite concrete, specimens with varying fiber dosages and matrix strength were prepared. The drying shrinkage (DS) was compared. To elucidate the characteristic...

Metamaterial lattice structures based on a Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) structure have attracted much attention due to their excellent mechanical properties and energy absorption capabilities. In this study, a novel TPMS lattice metamateria...

Waste management poses escalating threats to environmental sustainability, particularly with municipal solid waste (MSW) growth. Incineration, a widely adopted method for reducing waste volume, produces millions of tons of municipal solid waste incin...

High-entropy alloys (HEAs) of the Cantor type (CoCrFeMnNi) are widely recognized as model systems for studying the relationships between composition, microstructure, and functional performance. In this study, atomized Cantor alloy powders were consol...

In this paper, we report a novel application of atomic force microscopy (AFM) for measurement of wear of prosthetic materials. In contrast to previously employed methods, we introduce AFM-based wear induction. In this way, we utilize AFM as both meas...

In recent years, there has been a global increase in environmental awareness, which has driven the application of natural materials or the synthesis of novel, environmentally compatible materials. Composite materials hold a prominent position among m...

In this study, TiC_xO_y was produced by sintering in an argon atmosphere using carbon–thermal reduction with TiO₂ and graphite powder as the initial materials. The sintered TiC_xO_y was analyzed using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy...

In this paper, the results from a study of the products obtained by vacuum–thermal processing of industrial copper telluride in an inert atmosphere at a pressure of 66 Pa and a temperature of 1100 °C are presented. The residue obtained main...

The article presents a method for selecting spray coating systems for furnace walls and heat exchangers, aimed at protecting them and intensifying heat exchange processes. Calculations were made of the effect of the mutual emissivity coefficient betw...

This study developed the RATS (Range-Aware Two-Stage) modeling approach to establish mechanistic foundations for feed ratio optimization in fluoroelastomers. Using ¹⁹F NMR spectroscopic analysis, the approach decomposes complex composition–prop...

Inconel 625 is a nickel-based superalloy widely applied in aerospace and energy sectors due to its high strength and corrosion resistance. However, its poor machinability remains a significant challenge in precision manufacturing. This study investig...

In this work, a series of novel high-entropy alloys CoCrFeNiSiV_x (x = 0.25; 0.5; 0.75; 1.0) with an intermetallic compound structure was proposed. The effect of vanadium addition on the structure, as well as selected mechanical and corrosion properti...

To address low-frequency vibration and noise issues in ship grating structures, this study proposes a novel acoustic optimization design method based on modulating flexural wave bandgap characteristics. By establishing an equivalent periodic spring-m...

Redox flow batteries (RFBs) are a promising technology for large-scale energy storage due to their safety, scalability, and design flexibility. This study investigated a tiron-A (4,5-dihydroxybenzene-1,3-disulfonic acid)/tungstosilicic acid (TSA) RFB...

In this article, we present density functional theory (DFT) calculations for $Z{n}_{(1-x)}{M}_{x}O$, where M represents one of the following substitutional metallic impurities: Ga, Cd, Cu, Pd, Ag, In, or Sn. Our study is based on the wurtzite structure of...

Composite pressure vessels have attracted significant attention in recent years owing to their lightweight characteristics and superior mechanical performance. However, analyzing composite layers remains challenging due to complex filament-winding (F...

This study explored the feasibility of utilizing tunnel muck-derived recycled granite aggregates (RGAs) in surface-layer asphalt mixtures via hybrid with basalt aggregates. Firstly, RGAs, including coarse aggregates (RGCAs) and fine aggregates (RGFAs...

This study presents the modeling and analysis of a composite structure incorporating an embedded macro fiber composite (MFC) patch. MFC actuators are available in several variants, with types P1 and P2 being the most commonly used. In this paper, an...

Balancing stress wave attenuation with structural integrity is recognized as a critical challenge for protective materials in underground defense systems. A novel high-titanium slag (HTS) concrete featuring multiscale pores is proposed to address thi...

The valorization of agroindustrial residues represents a sustainable alternative in the production of materials attractive for sustainable technologies. In this work, cellulosic materials were isolated from treated pea pods aiming to obtain highly cr...

Expansive agents (CaO, MgO, C₄A₃Š) were incorporated into coal gangue-slag-fly ash based geopolymer (CSFG). The influence of expansive agents on the properties and microstructure of CSFG was investigated by macroscopic tests including setting time, c...

This research explores microcrystalline diamond particles in poly(L-lactic acid) matrices to create structured porous composites for advanced biodegradable materials. While nanodiamond–polymer composites are well-documented, microcrystalline di...

Modifying lubricants with hard material particles improves lubricant performance by allowing the particles to penetrate the contact area and separate the contacting surfaces. The use of solid particles as additives in fluid lubricants presents a prom...

Ensuring thermal stability is a major concern in lithium-ion battery systems. Although phase change materials (PCMs) provide a passive approach for temperature regulation, they are limited by poor heat conduction and potential leakage during phase tr...

Introduction: Fluoride varnishes are widely used in caries prevention, but the rate and duration of fluoride ion release differ depending on material composition and environmental factors. Objectives: This systematic review synthesized evidence from...

We evaluated for the morphology and growth behavior of IMC grain according to number of reflows of solder cap pure Sn microbumps. In the structure of Ni barrier/Cu layer between Cu pillar and pure Sn, solder cap pure Sn on the top layer was analyzed...

This study investigates the effects of Ar ion irradiation on the mechanical properties and microstructure of SA508 Grade 3 Class 1 and Class 2 reactor pressure vessel steels. Three different fluence levels of Ar ion irradiation were applied to simula...

Fe-CNT composites were synthesized via mechanical ball milling, incorporating varying amounts of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into iron powder at concentrations of 1 wt%, 2 wt%, and 3 wt%. The impact of different CNT contents on the phase structure, micro...

In this study, the decarburization behavior in basic oxygen furnace (BOF) steelmaking was investigated based on the multi-zone reaction mechanism. The contributions of the main reaction zones to decarburization were clarified, and the effects of key...

The proper selection of bioactive root-end material is one of the main prognostic factors for the successful healing outcome of apical microsurgery (AMS). The aim of the present in vitro study was to evaluate and compare the marginal adaptability of...

In this work, small amounts of Fe or Cr were added to Ni₄₇Co₃Mn_36.5In_13.5 alloy (x = 0) to produce five-component alloys with nominal compositions of Ni₄₇Co₃Mn_35.5In_13.5Fe₁, Ni₄₇Co₃Mn_33.5In_13.5Fe₃, Ni₄₇Co₃Mn_35.5In_13.5Cr₁, and Ni₄₇Co₃Mn_33.5In_13.5Cr₃,...

This article presents an original experimental and numerical approach to examining the pull-out behavior of fastening systems made of steel bars simultaneously embedded in both ends of concrete samples. This double-embedded configuration simulates a...

Rare-earth transition metal-based double perovskite ceramics E₂TMO₆ (where E = rare-earth metals, T = transition metals, and M = metal) have received impressive attention lately for cryogenic applications as a result of their intrinsic physical featu...

Sintered nano-silver paste is widely used in electronic packaging due to its excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. A phenomenological variable-order fractional constitutive model has been developed to characterize the evolution of its mechan...