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Multiprocess additive manufacturing via fused deposition modeling, chemical deposition, and electroplating with tough interfacial adhesion

Multiprocess additive manufacturing (MPAM) unlocks new materials and design spaces where multimaterial components consisting of polymers, metals, and ceramics can be produced as one consolidated part....

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Corrosion resistance of in situ steam LDH coating on AZ31 and AM30 Alloys: Influence of NaOH and Al–Mn phase

In situ formation mechanism of steam Mg–Al layered double hydroxide (Mg–Al–CO3-LDH) coatings on AZ31 and AM30 alloys was compared in presence of NaOH aqueous solution. The microstructure and elemental...

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Peculiar microstructural evolution and hardness variation depending on laser powder bed fusion-manufacturing condition in Ti–6Al–2Sn–4Zr–6Mo

This study aims to comprehensively analyze the phase and microstructure evolution and related hardness variations of the Ti–6Al–2Sn–4Zr–6Mo wt.% (Ti6246) alloy produced by laser powder bed fusion (LPBF)...

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Anelastic deformation of magnesium and its alloys – A review

The deformation of Mg is made up of elastic, anelastic and plastic components. Unlike the elasticity and plasticity which have been widely studied, the anelasticity has been routinely ignored in many...

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Structural, electronic, and mechanical properties of Mg–Dy intermetallic phases studied by first-principles calculations

Rare earth elements such as Dy, Gd and Y have been utilized in the fabrication of binary Mg alloys due to their beneficial effects on the formation of oxidation layers on the surface and intermetallics...

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Broadening the microstructure regime of Al2O3–ZrO2 hypereutectic ceramic fabricated via laser powder bed fusion

The microstructure and mechanical property regime of laser powder bed fusion fabricated Al2O3–ZrO2 hypereutectic ceramic samples were thoroughly investigated by tailoring the printing parameters. The...

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Enhancing corrosion and wear resistance of Nickel–aluminum bronze through laser-cladded amorphous-crystalline composite coating

In this study, laser-cladding technology was used to create Cu-based amorphous–crystalline composite coatings on the surface of Nickel-aluminum bronze (NAB), and the microstructure, mechanical properties,...

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Defect engineering in nanomaterials: Impact, challenges, and applications

Defects in nanomaterials have emerged as a pivotal aspect influencing their properties and diverse applications across numerous industries. This comprehensive review explores the intricate relationship...

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Fabrication of calcium carbonate coating on magnesium-neodymium alloy for mitigation of corrosion in simulated concrete pore solution

Coating is frequently regarded as one of the most important ways to improve the corrosion behavior of magnesium alloys, and this study proposes a simple strategy for corrosion protection of Mg alloys...

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Thermally-activated locomotion of a bilayer polymer actuator

The development of smart actuators based on renewable or biocompatible materials, which are able for delivery of specific cargo is of great importance in robotics, medical and material science engineering,...

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Influence of surface topographic morphologies and nanoparticle incorporation on surface properties of pure Ti implants for oral applications

One common problem in using titanium (Ti) dental implants is peri-implantitis. To prevent peri-implantitis on Ti implants in an oral environment, we introduced novel topographic microstructures onto...

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The inhibition effect of etidronate on degradation behavior of Mg–Zn–Y-Nd-Zr alloy

The control of corrosion behavior of Mg alloys for biomedical applications is a research hotspot in the field of biodegradable metallic implant materials. In recent years, the employment of corrosion...

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Challenges and advancements in Elastomer/CNT nanocomposites with mechanochemical treatment, reinforcement mechanisms and applications

Elastomer/carbon nanotube (CNT) nanocomposites play a pivotal role in the evolution of flexible electronics, aerospace and automotive components, biomedical devices and smart materials. This article...

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Gradient microstructures and mechanical properties of Ti–6Al–4V alloy induced by laser surface quenching

Laser surface quenching (LSQ) was employed to fabricate gradient microstructures in a Ti–6Al–4V alloy. The influence of the LSQ parameters on the surface morphology, the depth of the LSQ layer, gradient...

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Feasibility, challenges and future prospects of biodegradable zinc alloys as orthopedic internal fixation implants

Compared to biodegradable Mg-based and Fe-based alloys, Zn-based alloys offer distinct advantages as orthopedic internal fixation implants due to their tunable mechanical strength, moderate corrosion...

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Novel approach to the 3D printing of biphasic calcium phosphate/molybdenum disulfide composite reinforced with polyamide12

In practical terms, the successful treatment of critical-sized bone defects remains a formidable obstacle. Among various options for bone regeneration, a customized 3D composite scaffold is widely acknowledged...

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Optimized structure design of asymmetrical Mg alloy cerebrovascular stent with high flexibility

In the treatment of cerebral artery stenosis via stent intervention, it is required that the stent can pass through the tortuous blood vessel with high curvature to reach the lesion position smoothly,...

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Advancements in polymer (Nano)composites for phase change material-based thermal storage: A focus on thermoplastic matrices and ceramic/carbon fillers

This article explores (i) the potential of polymer (nano)composites as alternatives to conventional metals in the manufacture of heat exchangers and (ii) the application of Phase Change Materials (PCMs)...

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Preparation and corrosion behavior of layered double hydroxides-graphene oxide composite coatings modified by sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate on the surface of AZ31 Mg alloy

Layered double hydroxides (LDHs) are a class of two-dimensional anionic clays with adjustable structure, which have certain corrosion resistance. However, smooth growth path of LDHs nanosheets perpendicular...

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A green and solvent-free method for simultaneously producing graphene nanoplatelets, nanoscrolls, and nanodots and functionalizing their surface for epoxy nanocomposites

Graphene is an emerging class of multifunctional additives for plastic manufacturing. However, achieving the exfoliation and dispersion of graphene in polymers such as epoxy has been a significant challenge,...

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Removing hazardous additives from elastomer manufacturing

Elastomers known as rubber are ubiquitous in industrial applications, but they often contain chronic additives, such as zinc oxide, tetramethylthiuram monosulfide (denoted TMTM), and copper dimethyldithiocarbamate...

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Surface modification of additively manufactured metallic biomaterials with active antipathogenic properties

Bacterial infection is one of the most common complications following the implantation of biomaterials and can lead to aseptic loosening, prosthesis failure, and even morbidity or mortality. Some physicochemical...

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Effect of layer height, print speed and cell geometry on mechanical properties of marble PLA based 3D printed parts

Material extrusion (MEx) related technologies are widely common and popular in the industry due to their ability to handle wide variety of polymeric materials, user friendly printing process, and lower...

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Self-assembly meets additive manufacturing: Bridging the gap between nanoscale arrangement of matter and macroscale fabrication

New methods are emerging to combine the self-assembly of matter and additive manufacturing, so that new devices and constructs can simultaneously harness the unique molecular and nanostructural features...

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Biodegradation mechanisms of pure Mg in presence of glucose, vitamin C, and citric acid

The physiological environment of the human body is an extremely complex system, containing not only inorganic ions but also organic molecules; thus it is necessary to understand the influences of the...

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