Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanhao Dong, Hongbing Yang, Lin Zhang, Xingyu Li, Dong Ding, Xiaohui Wang, Ju Li, Jiangong Li, I-Wei Chen
Summary: A two-step sintering route has been successfully used to achieve uniform grain-size distribution in nanocrystalline materials, surpassing theoretical predictions. This breakthrough provides valuable insights for advancements in materials science.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Bukola Joseph Babalola, Olusoji Oluremi Ayodele, Peter Apata Olubambi
Summary: Nanostructured materials (NsM) are materials with structural length scales in the range of 1-100 nm. They exhibit superior properties compared to conventional coarse-structured materials. Investigations on the processing-structure-property correlations have been conducted to understand their complications and develop novel materials.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hongnan Li, Ling Yan, Hongmei Zhang, Fangfang Ai, Dadong Zhao, Yan Li, Zhengyi Jiang
Summary: The study investigated the effects of sintering temperature on the microstructure, interfacial element diffusion, and microhardness of WC-Co-Ni-Fe/HSS composites. Results showed that as the sintering temperature increased, the number of micropores decreased, and element diffusion increased, forming a stronger microhardness structure.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiuhong Ma, Huizhong Zhao, Han Zhang, Yang Yang, Yichong Li, Zecheng Feng, Lida Shi, Yi Zhao, Jian He
Summary: Three kinds of calcined alumina powders with different properties were sintered under pressure without sintering additives. The sample containing the pseudomorphic structure has a characteristic sintering temperature and shows a significant difference in physical properties and pore parameters before and after sintering. Based on the results of scanning electron microscopy and pore parameter analyses, a preferential densification mechanism was proposed for particles with pseudomorphic structures, revealing abnormally increased pore sizes.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xing Liu, Yufei Wang, Wei Qian, Shangkun Shen, Liyu Hao, Yong Fan, Kunjie Yang, Engang Fu
Summary: Alloying with heterogeneous atoms or second phase particles is an effective method for inhibiting grain growth and achieving ultrafine and nanocrystalline materials. The synergistic effects of dual-particle reinforcement on sintering behavior and final bulk W alloys were investigated by varying the component and content of Ti and ZrC. The results showed that adding both Ti and ZrC not only suppresses grain growth but also promotes relative density, resulting in the successful fabrication of nanocrystalline W-3Ti-1ZrC bulks with ultra-high hardness of 1347 kgf/mm2.
Article
Physics, Applied
Angelica Baldini, Michele Petrecca, Claudio Sangregorio, Umberto Anselmi-Tamburini
Summary: The study found that highly pure nanostructured ferrite particles can be synthesized using a simple method and densified through high-pressure field-assisted sintering to obtain materials with complex microstructures. During sintering, there was no change in phase composition, and a high degree of densification while maintaining nanometric crystallite size was achieved by using high uniaxial pressure with relatively low sintering temperatures and times.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Annu Kumar Lakshya, Faiz Ali, Aditya Arun, Anirban Chowdhury
Summary: This study provides a simple solution to the homogeneity issues in the sintering of ceramics by vertically positioning the sample during conventional sintering. By presenting two case studies, the study illustrates the benefits of vertical sintering in restricting the formation of detrimental phases and ensuring uniform texture development. Variations in heat transfer were identified as the main cause of discrepancies in grain orientation, size, phase development, and texture.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinyang Jiao, Yu Zhang, Yang Yu, Chengyi Xu
Summary: Porous TiAl3 intermetallics with high porosity were synthesized by thermal explosion reaction. It exhibited an open pore structures and uniform pore size distribution, making it suitable for solid-liquid filtration and separation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiuhong Ma, Huizhong Zhao, Jun Yu, Han Zhang, Lida Shi, Yi Zhao, Jian He
Summary: In this study, Bayer alumina with high Na2O content was used as raw material to investigate its effect on the densification behavior, microstructure, and physical properties of the pseudomorphic structure. It was found that the addition of Na2O increased linear shrinkage and hindered densification, but also promoted the growth of tabular grains and the formation of an interlocking network structure, resulting in improved mechanical properties. These findings provide a theoretical basis for the rational application of low-grade Bayer alumina with high Na2O content and its high-value utilization.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rajiv Kumar, R. K. Singh Raman, S. R. Bakshi, V. S. Raja, S. Parida
Summary: The present study investigates the oxidation behavior of nanocrystalline (NC) and microcrystalline (MC) Fe-20Cr-5Al alloys at 900 degrees C. The results show that nanocrystallization reduces the Al requirement for the formation of a protective Al2O3 layer, leading to a significantly lower oxidation rate compared to microcrystalline alloy. Additionally, the microcrystalline alloy exhibits a higher weight gain than the nanocrystalline alloy.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Si-Yi Chen, Tian-Yu Liu, Feng Gu, Shu Wang, Ji-Bing Sun, Chun-Xiang Cui
Summary: The study investigates the structure and magnetic properties of Sm10Co60Fe15(Al, B)(15) amorphous-nanocrystalline ribbons and finds that different Al and B contents alter the liquid state, phase composition, and final microstructure of the ribbons. It is discovered that B-rich ribbons exhibit higher hard magnetic properties than Al-rich ones.
JOURNAL OF NON-CRYSTALLINE SOLIDS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinyang Jiao, Yu Zhang, Qingli Wu, Zhichao Shang, Yang Yu, Xiaoxiao Zhang, Peizhong Feng
Summary: Porous TiAl3 materials were prepared using a thermal explosion method with Ti-75 at% Al mixture powders. Cyclic oxidation tests were conducted at different temperatures, revealing the formation of a thin protective oxide layer at 650℃, identified as Al2O3. The thickness of the oxide scale increased with higher oxidation temperatures. The compressive strength of the oxidized sample was inversely proportional to its porosity, indicating potential applications of porous TiAl3 intermetallic at temperatures up to 800℃.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wenbin Wang, Zidong Wang, Shigang Wang, Zhiming Shi
Summary: Porous quartz ceramics with different pore structures were prepared by self-sintering, and the particle size of desert sand played a key role in the sintering process, affecting the ratio of silica to feldspar phases.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Gang Li, Jie Zhao, Zhuang Wang, Xuecheng Yu, Tao Zhao, Xianwen Liang, Rong Sun, Liqiang Cao, Pengli Zhu
Summary: This study successfully prepared thin, flexible, conductive silver nanowires@polyvinyl alcohol composite films using a unique fabrication method. The composite film has low density and low sheet resistance, and exhibits high electromagnetic interference shielding effectiveness over a wide frequency range, demonstrating great potential for various applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chandrakant Prajapati, Saravanan Muthiah, M. Navaneethan, Naval Kishor Upadhyay, Radhey Shyam, Sanjay R. Dhakate
Summary: In this study, a p-type higher manganese silicide (HMS)-CrSi2 nanocomposite with significantly enhanced and compatible thermoelectric performance was synthesized using a combination of liquid-phase melt-spinning and solid-phase spark plasma sintering. The composite material showed a 2-fold increase in the thermoelectric figure-of-merit (zT) value compared to pure HMS, mainly due to a reduction in thermal conductivity.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
A. Bolandparvaz Jahromi, E. Salahinejad
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2020)
Article
Polymer Science
Navideh Abbasnezhad, Nader Zirak, Mohammadali Shirinbayan, Smaine Kouidri, Erfan Salahinejad, Abbas Tcharkhtchi, Farid Bakir
Summary: This study investigated the drug release kinetics and mechanisms of diclofenac loaded in polyurethane films under different initial drug loads and flow rates. Findings showed that higher flow rates and initial drug loads enhance drug liberation, with diffusion, burst, and osmotic pressure as the principal mechanisms. Fickian type was identified as the dominant mechanism, and the contribution of the diffusion mechanism decreases with increasing flow rate and initial dosage. Moreover, the number of stages in medication release profile is independent of flow rate and drug dosage.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Coatings & Films
S. A. Mousavi, A. Moshfeghi, F. Davoodian, E. Salahinejad
Summary: Anodizing nitinol alloy in a two-stage process (static and stirred electrolyte) can remove irregular surface arrays while achieving thick nanopores, with the static electrolyte providing controlled thickness and the stirred electrolyte reducing irregularity. This method results in nanopores with almost 40 nm in diameter and 11 μm in layer thickness, making it suitable for applications requiring higher surface areas.
SURFACE & COATINGS TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
N. Zirak, A. M. Maadani, E. Salahinejad, N. Abbasnezhad, M. Shirinbayan
Summary: This study focused on Mg-Ca silicate microspheres as a carrier for controlled release of vancomycin hydrochloride for bone tissue reconstruction and delivery applications. The study found that PLGA coating significantly improved cell biocompatibility, making PLGA-coated microspheres promising candidates for drug-delivery bone tissue engineering and dental bone grafting applications.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Majid Shaker, Erfan Salahinejad, Weiqi Cao, Xiaomin Meng, Vahdat Zahedi Asl, Qi Ge
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the orientation of graphene sheets and corrosion-related phenomena in anticorrosion composite coatings. A novel model is introduced to calculate corrosion-related parameters, showing that decreasing the angle between graphene sheets and the substrate can significantly delay the onset of corrosion.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sohrab Mofakhami, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: BCP microspheres have desirable characteristics such as shape, bioresorbability, bioactivity, biocompatibility, osteogenesis, and angiogenesis, which can be controlled by phase ratio, porosity, and surface roughness. The manufacturing methods, properties, and applications of BCP microspheres are reviewed in this paper, providing insights for future developments in biomedicine, especially in bone tissue regeneration and delivery applications.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Meysam Mohammadi Zerankeshi, Sohrab Mofakhami, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: Calcium phosphates (apatites) are research frontiers for bone regeneration due to their similarity to the mineral constituent of bone, biocompatibility, and osteogenesis ability. However, the biodegradability and mechanical properties of monophasic apatites need improvement. 3D porous HA/TCP composite scaffolds prepared using conventional and 3D printing techniques show promise for overcoming these limitations.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Esmaeel Sharifi, Seyede Athar Sadati, Satar Yousefiasl, Rossella Sartorius, Mahdi Zafari, Leila Rezakhani, Morteza Alizadeh, Ehsan Nazarzadeh Zare, Shadi Omidghaemi, Fatemeh Ghanavatinejad, Mohammad-Saeid Jami, Erfan Salahinejad, Hadi Samadian, Ana Claudia Paiva-Santos, Piergiuseppe De Berardinis, Abbas Shafiee, Franklin R. Tay, Samiramis Pourmotabed, Pooyan Makvandi
Summary: This study developed a tissue-engineered dermal substitute with antibacterial and wound healing-promoting properties. The substitute consisted of nanofibrous scaffolds and silver-doped glass-ceramic. The substitute exhibited good biocompatibility and hemocompatibility, promoting cell attachment and proliferation without inducing an inflammatory response. The degradation rate of the substitute matched the rate of skin regeneration under in vivo conditions. In a mouse model, the substitute promoted angiogenesis, collagen synthesis, and regeneration of sebaceous glands and hair follicles.
BIOENGINEERING & TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Nasim Mosafajahanabad, Morteza Alizadeh, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: This study investigated the ARB processing and characteristics of Zn/6 wt% Al multilayered composite sheets, evaluating their structure, strength, elongation, and corrosion behavior. Despite some reduction in tensile strength and elongation with increasing ARB cycles, the potential for industrial applications of ARB-processed Zn/Al multilayered composites was highlighted after optimization of mechanical and corrosion behaviors.
ARCHIVES OF CIVIL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nikzad Negahdari, Morteza Alizadeh, Shima Pashangeh, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: Cu-26Zn-5Al shape memory alloy was produced by accumulative roll bonding and heat treatment. The effects of different austenitization cycles and cooling conditions on the microstructure and corrosion behavior were investigated. The results showed that fully martensitic microstructure and optimal corrosion resistance were achieved by cooling in boiling water.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amir Mohammad Maadani, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: Bioceramics, particularly calcium phosphates, bioactive glasses, and crystalline silicates, are widely used biomaterials for tissue regeneration and therapeutic delivery. Polymeric coatings, such as polylactic acid (PLA) and poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA), have been extensively researched for enhancing the properties of ceramic tissue engineering scaffolds. Both PLA and PLGA can improve the mechanical behaviors of the scaffolds, but PLA has a greater influence on their biodegradability, bioactivity, and delivery kinetics. However, the biocompatibility response to this surface treatment is dependent on the specific conditions and needs further experimentation for accurate determination.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ashkan Namdar, Erfan Salahinejad
Summary: This review comprehensively discusses the improvement of performance and composition alteration of Ca-Mg silicates through ion-doping, emphasizing that the proper choice of dopants can enhance the competitiveness of these silicates as bone substitutes.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
A. M. Maadani, F. Davoodian, E. Salahinejad
Summary: Scaffolds play a crucial role in tissue engineering by providing an environment for cell growth and function. Coating tissue engineering scaffolds with poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) has been found to be an effective method to improve scaffold properties. This review examines the techniques used to coat scaffolds with PLGA and its impact on mechanical characteristics, biodegradability, biocompatibility, molecular delivery, and osteointegration. The results indicate that all bio-functionalities can be modified through PLGA coatings, highlighting the potential of this approach in tissue regeneration and therapeutic delivery applications.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Behnam Hosseinzaei, Mohammad Jafar Hadianfard, Feridun Esmaeilzadeh, Maria del Carmen Recio-Ruiz, Ramiro Ruiz-Rosas, Juana M. Rosas, Jose Rodriguez-Mirasol, Tomas Cordero
Summary: The aim of this study was to synthesize chemically activated carbons from different agricultural residues and use them as supports for loading a Ni catalyst. The results showed that the activated carbons had considerable pore structures and the Ni/AC(PS) catalyst showed a superior catalytic activity. By raising the process temperature, the total amount of gas and hydrogen increased, and the highest total gas amount was achieved using Ni/AC(PS) at T = 550 degrees C.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Satar Yousefiasl, Hamed Manoochehri, Pooyan Makvandi, Saeid Afshar, Erfan Salahinejad, Pegah Khosraviyan, Massoud Saidijam, Sara Soleimani Asl, Esmaeel Sharifi
Summary: The regeneration of oral and craniofacial bone defects imposes a global health burden, and conventional therapies have limitations, highlighting the need for unique treatment strategies like tissue engineering. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) were found to enhance the mechanical strength of scaffolds without decreasing porosity. The MSN-containing scaffolds exhibited desirable swelling behaviors, low hydrolytic degradation, and no cytotoxicity. Therefore, Alg/Chit/MSN30 scaffolds are considered promising for bone tissue regeneration.
JOURNAL OF NANOSTRUCTURE IN CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.
