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Synthesis and Microwave Dielectric Properties of Tin-Doped Barium Titanate Ceramics

Muhammad Anas, Asad Ali, Muhammad Hasnain Jameel, Mursel Alper, Maytham Qabel Hamzah, . Shakirullah & Shayan Ali · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Tin- Doped Barium Titanate Ceramics is a multiferroic substance that displays an important role in electronic devices. Manufacturing of energy storage devices with good efficiency and fewer losses has been a distinct topic. In the current study, Solid solution of Tin-doped Barium...

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Antibiotic Release Enhancement Methods for Antibiotic-Loaded PMMA Bone Cement for Periprosthetic Joint Infection Prophylaxis in Cemented Total Joint Arthroplasties: Current Status and Future Prospects

Gladius Lewis · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Background: It is widely acknowledged that peri-prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is the most devastating and challenging complication of total joint arthroplasty. As such, over the years, myriad aspects of this problem have been studied, among which are methods to increase the re...

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The Use of Pineapple Fiber Composites for Automotive Applications: A Short Review

J. Sangilimuthukumar, T. Senthil Muthu Kumar, Carlo Santulli, M. Chandrasekar, K. Senthilkumar & Suchart Siengchin · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Pineapple leaf fibers (PALF), as the part of a large productive system, based on the availability of fruits for the food industry, offer a large amount of possibilities in term of use of the fibers, which are almost exclusively dedicated to the field of materials, as the reinforc...

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Determination of the Calorific Value of Briquettes Made from Pinus caribae and Eucalyptus citirodora Sawdust

A. A. Ijah, S. A. Abubakar, A. O. Afolabi, J. T. Ayodele, R. Akanni- John, O. E. Olagunju, R. Suleiman, E. J. Zakka, M. S. Likita & O. Olukotun · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

This study determined the calorific value of briquettes made from Pinus caribaea and Eucalyptus citirodora. Sawdust samples were collected from a sawmill in Buruku, Kaduna State. The briquettes were produced in a manually operated hydraulic briquette machine with binder in percent...

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Optimizing Blending of Manufactured Sand with Offshore Sand Based on Physical and Virtue Characteristics

A. Branavan, K. M. C. Konthesingha, S. M. A. Nanayakkara & H. M. R. Premasiri · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Usage of alternative fine aggregates in concrete and cement mortar has been gradually increasing by the construction industries around the world due to the escalated shortage in obtaining natural river sand. Manufactured sand and offshore sand can be considered as the principal a...

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Parametric Responses of Non-chemical and Chemical Treatments of Bagasse Filler Reinforced Low Density Polyethylene Composites

Sebastine A. Bam, David T. Gundu & Friday A. Onu · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

The responses of chemically treated and untreated Bagasse filler (Sugar cane fiber) reinforced low density polyethylene composites (LDPEC) to Scanning electrons microscope (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) was investigate...

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Rationally Designed Graphene Oxide-PVA Composite Fillers for Modern Manufacturing Applications

Bhavana Madhuri Itapu & Srikanth Itapu · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

This work aims at developing a rational design of graphene-oxide based filler and addresses modifications to the filler architecture in generating fillers that can adapt to the needs of additive manufacturing and lead to superior performance. Novel graphene-based fillers are synt...

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Investigation into the Strength and Durability of Floor Finishes in Residential Building Projects in Anambra State, Nigeria

K. C. Okolie & Okata Friday Valentine · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

The constant failing of floor finishes and the cost of repairs of residential building in the study area motivated the study. The aim of the study was to ascertain: the prevalent floor finish types used in the study area, the critical material properties of typical floor finish i...

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Biogenic Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Pimpinella anisum L Seed Aqueous Extract and Its Inhibitory Action against Some Phytopathogens

Tahany G. M. Mohammed, A. A. Gomah & A. F. Abd El- Rahman · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using plant extracts has become a promising substitute for the conventional chemical synthesis method. The present study aims to develop a simple, cost-effective, environmentally friendly method for silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) s...

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Comparing the Different Methods Used in the Determination of Thermodynamic Parameters Using Adsorption of Pb(II) on to Chicken Feather as an Example

Salaudeen Abdulwasiu Olawale & Chibueze Charles Okafor · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Background: Thermodynamic parameters are important in determining the feasibility and spontaneity of an adsorption process. They are also vital in estimating adsorptive mechanisms (i.e., physiosorption, ion exchange or chemisorption). Accurate calculation of these thermodynamic p...

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Mechanical Characterization of Fe-Co-2V (Hiperco): Fatigue/Monotonic Testing, Hardness Testing and Fractography

Elisabeth Keller, Tariq A. Khraishi & Kyle Johnson · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2020

Fe-Co-2V is a popular metallic alloy used in electromagnetic applications. However, there is a lack of mechanical fatigue characterization of this alloy in the literature. In this work, Fe-Co-2V specimens with rectangular cross-sections were carefully prepared in accordance with...

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