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A Review of Solar-integrated Enhanced Quasi-Z-Source DC-DC Boost Converter for Charging of Electric Vehicle Batteries

Mary L. Udoh, Kufre Udofia, Akaninyene Obot & Jimoh Afolayan · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has led to increasing demand for efficient and sustainable charging solutions, with solar energy emerging as a key renewable power source. However, conventional DC-DC converters used in photovoltaic (PV) charging systems face limita...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2412

A DFT Study on Zirconium Disulfide-pentacene (ZrS2-PENT) Hybrid: Molecular and Electronic Properties Investigation for Organic Electronic Application

Kamal Y., A. Musa & A.S Gidado · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The aim of this research is to establish the most stable structure of pentacene by forming hybrid with Zirconium-Disulfide (ZrS2) for organic electronic applications. We have investigated improvements in stability and delocalization of this material. The research is purely comput...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2411

Influence of Coconut Shell Aggregate Size Variation on the Durability of Concrete

Philip Boamah, Emmanuel Appiah-Kubi & Joseph Ignatius Teye Buertey · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

Concrete is a widely used material globally. As demand grows, environmental concerns about its production have become more urgent. This study examines the effects of coconut shells as partial replacements for coarse aggregates in concrete on its durability, focusing on abrasion r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2410

Nanotechnology: A Review on the Application of Nano-Materials in Water Purification and Nano-Medicine in the Zimbabwean Context

Nicholas Muparadzi, Kudzi Stella Mtungwazi, Brandon Jaka, Ngoni Veddie Muzondo, Brian Cicali, Fadi Asfar & Kurai Gareth Mawoneke · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

Nanotechnology is a revolutionary field focused on manipulating matter at the atomic and molecular scale. With applications across health, agriculture, and water purification, nanotechnology offers unique properties that can address critical challenges such as health disparities...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2409

A Review on Mechanical and Vibrational Characteristics of Natural Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials

Dipak Nikam, K V Chandan & Atul Shinde · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

In the recent acknowledgment of nature’s demand and overuse of non-degradable engineering materials, the extent of use of bio-degradable and its composites has to be raised.  The natural fiber-based composite is one such novel material that is most discussed as a probable alterna...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2408

Assessing Melt Quality in 6060 Aluminum Castings Using Bifilm and Density Indexes

Bilgehan Tunca, Burak Ince & Dilek Deniz · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

This study evaluates the influence of refining processes on the liquid metal quality of 6060 aluminum alloy castings, comparing two batches (Cast-1 and Cast-2) with varying degassing durations and filtration conditions. Liquid metal quality was assessed using the Reduced Pressure...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2400

Influence of Aggregate on the Mechanical, Permeability, and Durability Properties of Porous Concrete: A Review

Xianglong Li, Jinpeng Bai & Guixiu Wang · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

This study, based on a review of existing literature and experimental analysis, explores the impact of aggregates on the performance of porous concrete. It reveals that the strength and surface characteristics of natural aggregates significantly affect the mechanical properties o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2399

Influence of Electron Transporting Layer on the Efficiency of Tin-based Perovskite Solar Cells

Faruk Sani & Buda Samaila · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

In organometallic halide perovskites solar cells, electron transporting layer has significant impact on the optical, structural and optical properties of these promising solar cells. In this work, influence of electron transporting layer on the electrical performance of tin-based...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2398

Impact of Hole Transporting Layer (HTL) on the Performance of Tin-Based Perovskite Solar Cells

Faruk Sani & I.A Bakura · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

Perovskites solar cells (PSC) constitutes of different thin layers deposited on top of a substrate. Hole Transporting Layer (HTL) plays a significant role on the efficiency of the device owing to its numerous advantages such as good conductivity, solution processable, and suitabl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2397

Finite Element Analysis of the Structural Performance of a Specific Wooden-stool Type and Style

Rahim Merdan · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The structural performance and safety of wooden furniture, particularly stools, are some of the essential considerations in design. This study utilizes Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess the mechanical behavior of a beech wooden stool under typical load conditions. The stool...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2396

Green Corrosion Inhibition of Aluminium in Acidic Environment Using Hibiscus sabdariffa Leaf Extracts

Okore Glory J., Okeke Pamela I., Ehirim Appolinus I., Ejiogu Blessing C., Okore Sunday, Amanze Kenneth & Nleonu Emmanuel C. · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The study aimed to evaluate the potential of Hibiscus sabdariffa leaf extract (HSLE) to retard the corrosion of aluminum in 0.1 M and 1 M HCl. Aluminium is an important material used in fabrication of industrial vessels, and understanding its corrosion behaviour will provide the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i1394

Performance and Exhaust Emissions of a Single Cylinder Diesel Engine Fueled with Diesel and Plastic Oil Blends

Aditya Seshu Machiraju & P. Ushasri · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

Aims: To evaluate the Performance characteristics and Exhuast emissions of a Conventional Engine (CE) fueled with various blends of Plastic Oil. Study Design: In CI Engines, combustion is the factor that is pivotal in evaluating the Performance parameters and simultaneously measu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i2395

Effects of Leachates from Solid Waste Dumpsites on Nearby Boreholes in Rumueme, Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Nwugha, V.N., Okeke, P. I., Chinyem, F. I., Okore G. J., Amanze K. O. & Nwokoma, M. C. · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The investigation of solid waste around Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria was carried out to acquire information on the condition of the soil and the types of waste as well as the nature of leachates produced within the environment. It aims at predicting hydrogeologic site cond...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i1393

Heavy Metals Composition in Fish Species from Oron River Metropolis, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Ubong B. Essien, Essien, E. A., Benjamin Nnamdi Okechukwu, Ifeanyi Francis Merenini, Kumar Yogesh, Mahnaz Ensafy, Uduak Friday Udotong & Okoroafor Uzoma · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

The pollution of the aquatic environment with heavy metals has become a worldwide problem and of scientific concern since heavy metals are not degradable and may pose toxic effects on organisms. Therefore, this study is aimed at investigating the heavy metal in fish species in Or...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i1391