In Vitro Evaluation of Flexural Strength, Impact Strength, and Surface Microhardness of Vaccinium macrocarpon Reinforced Polymethyl Methacrylate Denture Base Resin by Anitha Kuttae Viswanathan, Rajkumar Krishnan

“…Fractured sample surface was characterized by a high‐resolution scanning electron microscope (HR‐SEM). Raw data were statistically analyzed with one‐way ANOVA and post hoc Bonferroni test. …”
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Natural Polymer-Based Coatings for Animal-Derived Products: A Review of Applications, Functionality, Characterization, and Challenges by Márcio Vargas-Ramella, Noemí Echegaray, Paulo Cezar Bastianello Campagnol, José Manuel Lorenzo

“…., Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy—FTIR, Scanning Electron Microscope—SEM, Differential Scanning Calorimetry—DSC, and Thermogravimetric analysis—TGA), and their functional properties (e.g., antimicrobial and antioxidant efficacy). …”
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Hydrothermal alteration and mineralization of the prospects at the northern flank of the Baimka ore zone, Western Chukotka by A. V. Yusupova, I. A. Baksheev, N. N. Koshlyakova

“…Several dozen polished thin sections were microscopic studied at the Department of Mineralogy of Moscow State University using an optical microscope. …”
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Study on the Preparation and Wear Resistance Properties of Wear-Resistant and Crack-Free Fe-Cr-C-Based Cladding Layer with High Hardness by MU Shuangquan1TONG Yonggang, HUA Manyu, HU Yongle, CAI Zhihai, LIU Jian, HUANG Weiying, WU Pengfei

“…In order to eliminate the cracks produced during the preparation of Fe-Cr-C-based cladding layers by gas metal arc welding and to broaden their application in harsh impact environments，a wear-resistant and crack-free Fe-Cr-C-based cladding layer with high hardness was designed and prepared by optimizing the composition of the Fe-Cr-C-based powder core wire with Nb，Ti，and B elements.The microstructure，microhardness，and wear resistance of the cladding layer were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM)，energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS)，Vickers hardness tester，ultra-depth microscope，and wear testing machine.Results showed that the cladding layer consisted of austenite，eutectic structures and Nb(C，B) hard phases.The Nb(C，B) hard phases were dispersed within the microstructure and acted as pinning agents，resulting in a microhardness of the cladding layer of 900 HV0.2 in the range of 0 to 10 000 μm in depth.Moreover，the Nb(C，B) hard phases，acting as wear-resistant particles during the wear process，prevented micro-cutting and plowing actions of the abrasive particles，thus improving the wear resistance by 76.9%compared to the cladding layer without the addition of Nb，Ti and B elements.The primary wear mechanisms of the cladding layer were abrasive wear and adhesive wear.By optimizing the composition of the Fe-Cr-C powder core wire，the hardness and wear resistance of the cladding layer were effectively enhanced，and the prepared cladding layer was free from cracks.…”
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Characterisation of High-Density Polyethylene (DiaPow HDPE HX R) Powder for Use in Additive Manufacturing by Fredrick M. Mwania, Jacobus van der Walt, Lorinda Wu, Wayne Koen, Maina Maringa

“…Powder characterisation was undertaken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), melt flow index (MFI) testing, tapped density testing, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and hot-stage microscopy. …”
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The Effect of Curcumin Powder and Cloves Oil on the Properties of Fibers Produced by Electrospinning Technology by Areej Bouta, Ghazal Tuhmaz, Husain Bakr, Hoda Sharouf

“…The samples were then prepared using a locally manufactured ‎electro-spinner. Using a scanning electron microscope, it was ‎found that the average diameter of the fibers of the polylactic acid sample is 177 nm. …”
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Reservoir Characterization of Pila Spi Formation (Middle–Late Eocene) in Shaqlawa and Shekhan areas, Kurdistan Region, Northern Iraq by Edris M. Pirot, Ayad N. F. Edilbi

“…In Gulley Keer section, the porosity values of the formation are about 9%, 17, and 19%, in the lower, middle and upper part, respectively. The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) study shows almost the same porosity values, and the pore's sizes are between micropore to mesopore for the studied sections. …”
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Graphene-algae-AgBiS2 hybrid nanostructured materials as photocatalysts for the degradation of tetracycline in water by Nandipha Tyhali, Timothy O. Ajiboye, Kholiswa Yokwana, Damian C. Onwudiwe, Zikhona Tywabi-Ngeva, Adeniyi S. Ogunlaja, Sabelo D. Mhlanga

“…The morphology and chemical composition of the nanocomposite were characterized using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM). The effectiveness of the photocatalysts for the degradation of tetracycline in water under visible light irradiation was investigated. …”
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Removal of acid and basic dyes from textile wastewater using modified acrylic fibres waste as an efficient adsorbent by Thanaa F. Abdelhafez, Emad K. Radwan, Galal H. Sayed, Eman M. El Khatib, Mohamed F. Nasr, Lamiaa K. El Gabry

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), field emission scanning electron microscope (SEM) and surface area measurement (BET) were utilized to characterize the unmodified and modified AFW. …”
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Studying the Crystal Structure, Topography, and Anti-bacterial of a Novel Titania (TiO2 NPs) Prepared by a Sol-gel Manner by Fayyadh et al.

“…The crystalline structure, surface morphology, and particle size were studied by using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). The results showed (anatase) phase of titanium dioxide with the average grain size of 110 nm at 500 °C calcination temperature, and (anatase- rutile) mixed phase of titanium dioxide with the average particle size of 118.1 nm at 700 °C calcination temperature. …”
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Physicochemical and radiological characterization of flue gas desulfuration waste samples from Brazilian coal-fired power plants by Denise Fungaro, Lucas Grosche, Paulo Silva

“…In this work, two types of FGD materials collected from three coal-fired power plants using semi-dry and wet processes were characterized by X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), X-ray fluorescence (XFR) and particle size analysis. …”
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ZnO Quantum Dot Synthesis and Integration with Carbonaceous Materials by Vasilica Țucureanu, Cosmin Alexandru Obreja, Gabriel Crăciun, Alina Matei

“…Using a field-emission scanning electron microscope, the surface morphology, particle size, and distribution of the nanoparticles in the carbon material were investigated. …”
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Gutta-percha points surface alterations after sodium hypochlorite disinfection by Selma Maria Santos Moura Brito, Rafaela Andrade de Vasconcelos, Simone Helena Gonçalves de Oliveira

“…Analyzed by SEM (scanning electron microscope) the surface morphology of 110 gutta-percha main divided into three groups: G1 (control): no disinfection, disinfection in 1% NaOCl for 20 min, 2,5% NaOCl for 10 min; G2 disinfection in 1% NaOCl for 30 min, 6h,12h and 24 h; G3 disinfection in 2,5%NaOCl for 30 min, 6h,12h and 24h. …”
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P76 | PERICAPILLARY SPACES IN THE SHEEP PINEAL GLAND – 2D AND 3D ANALYSIS

“…This study aimed to provide a detailed ultrastructural analysis of the pericapillary spaces in the pineal gland of 9-monthold sheep using both 2D and 3D electron microscopy. Ultrathin sections were mounted on silicon wafers and imaged with a SenseBSD detector in a Gemini 450 SEM (Zeiss). …”
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Research on the mechanical properties of marine soft clay solidified with waste tile powder-calcium carbide residue geopolymer under freeze–thaw cycles by Chuanxin Du, Gang Yang, Zhilu Jia, Rui Zhang, Zhijia Xue

“…Finally, the pore characteristics and microstructure are revealed by scanning electron microscope and mercury intrusion porosimetry tests. …”
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Ultraviolet-stimulated photocatalysis of crystal violet using (Gd(2-x)La(x)Zr(2-x)Sn(x)O7) pyrochlore nanoparticles by Mohamed Abdelbaky, Amr Mohamed Abdelghany, Ahmed Hamza Oraby, Mohamed M. Rashad

“…Various characterization techniques have been utilized for studying the prepared nanopowder, such as Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), ultraviolet–visible (UV–visible), and transmission electron microscope (TEM). Moreover, to ensure the efficiency of the photocatalysis process, unknown concentrations were determined using the visible spectrophotometer. …”
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Effect of Reconstituted Liquid Egg on the Rheological Properties of Wheat Dough and Bread Quality by Ying HE, Yujie CHI, Yuan CHI

“…The microstructure of the dough was observed by scanning electron microscope, and the specific volume, texture characteristics and crumb structure of bread. …”
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Investigating the Anticancer Potential of Chitosan Nanoparticles: In Vitro Assessment on TP-53 and PC-3 Cell Lines by Sama Jawad Al-Zuwaini, Hawraa Jawad Kadhim, Amer Al-Nafiey, Ali Hussein Al-Marzoqi, Mohammad Golbashy

“…CS NPs were described using atomic ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometer (UV-Vis), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), and High-Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (HRSEM). Then, the cytotoxic effect of CS NPs was estimated on TP-53 and PC-3 cancer cells in comparison with HdFn normal cell line using 3-[4,5-Dimethyl-2-Thiazolyl)-2,5-Diphenyl-2H-Tetrazolium Bromide (MTT) assay. …”
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Effect of alkali treatment on physicochemical and microstructural properties of false banana fiber by Chalachew Nigussie Checol, Zenamarkos Bantie Sendekie

“…Methods of characterization like fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, thermogravimetric, and scanning electron microscope (SEM) analyses provided valuable insights into the structural and thermal properties of the fibers, further supporting the potential of the fiber for engineering applications.…”
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Investigation of dry sliding wear and mechanical properties of hybrid epoxy composites reinforced with pineapple leaf and roselle fibers by K. Giridharan, B. Elumalai, M. Vinothkumar, G. Chakravarthi, D. Manikandan, Krishnaraj Ramaswamy

“…The fractographic studies of the hybrid composite fractured specimen through tensile and impact tests and the worn surface from the wear tests were analyzed using a scanning electron microscope. The results discovered that 25 wt% of PALF with 25 wt% of roselle fiber composite showed significant improvements in tensile characteristics, flexural and impact strength of 42.03 MPa, 38.17 MPa, and 46 KJ/m2. …”
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