OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Materials Testing is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-11-01 to 2024-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Structural, electronic and thermodynamic investigation of Ag₂GdSi, Ag₂GdSn and Ag₂Gd Pb Heusler alloys: First-principles calculations	91
Effect of particles on tensile and bending properties of jute epoxy composites	90
Hunger games search algorithm for global optimization of engineering design problems	49
Comparison of the arithmetic optimization algorithm, the slime mold optimization algorithm, the marine predators algorithm, the salp swarm algorithm for real-world engineering applications	42
A new hybrid artificial hummingbird-simulated annealing algorithm to solve constrained mechanical engineering problems	37
African vultures optimization algorithm for optimization of shell and tube heat exchangers	36
Optimum design of a seat bracket using artificial neural networks and dandelion optimization algorithm	33
Cheetah optimization algorithm for optimum design of heat exchangers	31
Gradient-based optimizer for economic optimization of engineering problems	30
Composite disc optimization using hunger games search optimization algorithm	30
Multi-objective optimization of build orientation considering support structure volume and build time in laser powder bed fusion	28
A multi-strategy boosted prairie dog optimization algorithm for global optimization of heat exchangers	28
A novel hybrid flow direction optimizer-dynamic oppositional based learning algorithm for solving complex constrained mechanical design problems	28
Artificial gorilla troops algorithm for the optimization of a fine plate heat exchanger	27
Manta ray foraging optimization algorithm and hybrid Taguchi salp swarm-Nelder–Mead algorithm for the structural design of engineering components	26
Influence of carbon and glass fiber reinforced composite adhesive on the strength of adhesively bonded joints	24
Mechanical properties of wire arc additive manufactured carbon steel cylindrical component made by cold metal transferred arc welding process	24
A novel generalized normal distribution optimizer with elite oppositional based learning for optimization of mechanical engineering problems	24
Experimental investigation of mechanical properties of PLA, ABS, and PETG 3-d printing materials using fused deposition modeling technique	22
Microstructural characteristics and tensile properties of gas tungsten constricted arc (GTCA) welded Inconel 718 superalloy sheets for aeroengine components	20
Statistical evaluation of fatigue tests using maximum likelihood	20
A new enhanced mountain gazelle optimizer and artificial neural network for global optimization of mechanical design problems	18
Friction stir welding for manufacturing of a light weight combat aircraft structure	18
Influence of various procedures for the determination of flow curves on the predictive accuracy of numerical simulations for mechanical joining processes	17
Experimental and numerical investigation of crashworthiness performance for optimal automobile structures using response surface methodology and oppositional based learning differential evolution algo	17

Alumina catalyst waste utilization for aluminum-based composites using the friction stir process	17
Reptile search algorithm and kriging surrogate model for structural design optimization with natural frequency constraints	16
Tensile shear fracture load bearing capability, softening of HAZ and microstructural characteristics of resistance spot welded DP-1000 steel joints	15
Characterization of a low-alloy steel component produced with wire arc additive manufacturing process using metal-cored wire	15
A Nelder Mead-infused INFO algorithm for optimization of mechanical design problems	15
Experimental investigation of the impact behavior of glass/epoxy composite materials with the natural fiber layer	15
3D Printing of automobile spoilers using MCDM techniques	15
The effect of SiC content on microstructural and tribological properties of sintered B₄C and SiC reinforced Al–Cu–Mg–Si matrix hybrid composites	13
Steel shot peening effects on friction stir welded AA2014-T6 aluminum alloys	13
Effect of extrusion ratio and die angle on the microstructure of an AA6063/SiC composite	13
Improvement of the structural, thermal, and mechanical properties of polyurethane adhesives with nanoparticles and their application to Al/Al honeycomb sandwich panels	13
Hybrid Taguchi-Lévy flight distribution optimization algorithm for solving real-world design optimization problems	13
A novel hybrid Fick’s law algorithm-quasi oppositional–based learning algorithm for solving constrained mechanical design problems	13
Characterisation of a wire arc additive manufactured 308L stainless steel cylindrical component	13
Effects of raster angle in single- and multi-oriented layers for the production of polyetherimide (PEI/ULTEM 1010) parts with fused deposition modelling	12
A novel hybrid marine predators-Nelder-Mead optimization algorithm for the optimal design of engineering problems	12
Effect of diffusion bonding time on microstructure and mechanical properties of dissimilar Ti6Al4V titanium alloy and AISI 304 austenitic stainless steel joints	12
Effect of vibration and cutting zone temperature on surface topography during hybrid cooling/lubrication assisted machining of Vanadis 10	12
Microstructure, tensile properties and fracture toughness of friction stir welded AA7075-T651 aluminium alloy joints	12
Experimental analysis of the effects of different production directions on the mechanical characteristics of ABS, PLA, and PETG materials produced by FDM	11
Low velocity impact response of sandwich composites with hybrid glass/natural fiber face-sheet and PET foam core	11
Biocompatibility of biomaterials and test methods: a review	11
Characterization of Fe₂B layers on ASTM A1011 steel and modeling of boron diffusion	11
Fracture characterization and modeling of Gyroid filled 3D printed PLA structures	11
Effect of process parameters on mechanical properties of additive manufactured SMP structures based on FDM	11
Taguchi optimization of surface roughness in grinding of cryogenically treated AISI 5140 steel	10
Vibration damping capacity of deep cryogenic treated AISI 4140 steel shaft supported by rolling element bearings	10
Effect of heat treatment on microstructure and properties of modified hypereutectic high chromium cast iron	10
Optimum design of a composite drone component using slime mold algorithm	10
Effect of rotational speed on the microstructure and mechanical properties of rotary friction welded AISI 1018/AISI 1020 asymmetrical joints	10
A comparative analysis of the queuing search algorithm, the sine-cosine algorithm, the ant lion algorithm to determine the optimal weight design problem of a spur gear drive system	9
Experimental and numerical investigation of cutting forces during turning of cylindrical AISI 4340 steel specimens	9
Effect of graphene nanoplatelets on mechanical and impact properties of an aramid/glass-reinforced epoxy composite	9
Microstructure and strain rate-dependent deformation behavior of PBF-EB Ti6Al4V lattice structures	9
Simultaneous aerodynamic and structural optimisation of a low-speed horizontal-axis wind turbine blade using metaheuristic algorithms	9
Mechanical properties and corrosion behavior of a friction stir processed magnesium alloy composite AZ31B–SiC	9
Low-speed impact behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer-based glass, carbon, and glass/carbon hybrid composites	9
Effect of reinforcement particle amounts on dry sliding wear behavior of shot-peened SiC/A356 composites	9
Surface roughness prediction of wire electric discharge machining (WEDM)-machined AZ91D magnesium alloy using multilayer perceptron, ensemble neural network, and evolving product-unit neural network	9
Turning machinability of alloyed ductile iron compared to forged EN 1.7131 steel	9
Effect of cryogenic treatment holding time on mechanical and microstructural properties of Sverker 21 steel	9
Effect of austenitizing temperatures on the microstructure and mechanical properties of AISI 9254 steel	9
A hybrid engineering algorithm of the seeker algorithm and particle swarm optimization	9
Effect of heat treatment on mechanical properties of 3D printed polylactic acid parts	9
Quality optimization of FDM-printed (fused deposition modeling) components based on differential scanning calorimetry	9
Application of machine vision-based NDT technology in ceramic surface defect detection – a review	9
Corrosion behavior of a new 25Cr-3Ni-7Mn-0.66 N duplex stainless steel in artificial seawater	8
Low-velocity single and repeated impact behavior of 3D printed honeycomb cellular panels	8
Low-velocity impact behaviours of sandwiches manufactured from fully carbon fiber composite for different cell types and compression behaviours for different core types	8
A novel graphene-based Fe₃O₄ nanocomposite for magnetic particle inspection	8

Tribological behaviour of industrial waste based agave sisalana/glass fiber reinforced hybrid composites for marine applications	8
Finite element modeling of glass particle reinforced epoxy composites under uniaxial compression and sliding wear	8
Fatigue Life and Stress Analysis of the Crankshaft of a Single Cylinder Diesel Engine under Variable Forces and Speeds	8
Effect of substrate surface roughness on the wear of molybdenum disulphate coated rolling contact bearings	8
Additive manufacturing of hexagonal lattice structures: tensile tests and validation	7
Effect of ultrasonic melt treatment on the tribological behavior of 7075 aluminum alloy	7
Bilayer growth kinetics and tribological characterization of boronized AISI M2 steel	7
Crash performance of a novel bio-inspired energy absorber produced by additive manufacturing using PLA and ABS materials	7
Fine structure of low-carbon steel after electrolytic plasma treatment	7
Optimization of constrained mechanical design problems using the equilibrium optimization algorithm	7
An approach for obtaining surface residual stress based on indentation test and strain measurement	7
Microstructure analysis and mechanical properties of electron beam powder bed fusion (PBF-EB)-manufactured γ-titanium aluminide (TiAl) at elevated temperatures	7
Multi-material additive manufacturing: investigation of the combined use of ABS and PLA in the same structure	7
Corrosion resistance, thermal diffusivity and mechanical properties of Ni–SiO₂ nanocomposite coatings on a 316 stainless steel for heat exchanger applications	7
Comparison of notch fabrication methods on the impact strength of FDM-3D-printed PLA specimens	7
Mechanical behavior of AA5083/AA6061 friction stir welds using modal analysis	6
Wear behavior of rice straw powder in automotive brake pads	6
Effects of deep cryogenic treatment with different holding times on the mechanical properties of Al 7050-T7451 alloy friction stir welding	6
Mitigation of heat treatment distortion of AA 7075 aluminum alloy by deep cryogenic processing using the Navy C-ring test	6
Surface quality improvement at selective laser melting AlSi₁₀Mg by optimizing single point diamond turning parameters	6
Effect of TIG welding parameters in joining grade 2 pure titanium	6
Application of a modular topology optimization framework to an aerospace bracket design	6
Prediction and optimization of thrust force during the drilling of AISI 2080 steel	6
Wear properties of WC–Co and WC–CoCr coatings applied by HVOF technique on different steel substrates	6
Enhancing the structural performance of engineering components using the geometric mean optimizer	6
Mechanical behavior of a friction welded AA6013/AA7075 beam	6
Effect of shielding gas combination on microstructure and mechanical properties of MIG welded stainless steel 316	6
Variants of friction stir based processes: review on process fundamentals, material attributes and mechanical properties	6
Influence of alumina whisker or nano-carbon contents on the microstructure and mechanical properties of CuZrTiAlNi refractory high entropy alloy composites	6
Properties of different TIG coatings of Stellite on the Hardox 450 and St 52 steel	6
Bending strength of ceramic compounds bonded with silicate-based glass solder	6
Effect of tool diameter ratio on the microstructural characteristics of a solid-state processed aluminum based metal matrix composite	6
In situ corrosion fatigue life of 2198-T8 Al–Li alloy based on tests and DIC technique	6
Numerically modeling spring back and spring go amounts and bending deformations of Cr-Mo alloyed sheet material	6
Ballistic performance of powder metal Al5Cu-B₄C composite as monolithic and laminated armor	6
Influence of tool plunging rate on mechanical properties and microstructure of friction stir welded DMR249A high strength low alloy (HSLA) steel butt joints	6
Evaluation of S-N curves including failure probabilities using short-time procedures	6
Effect of heat treatment on the electrical and mechanical properties of a Cu–Ni–Si cast alloy	6
Electrochemical, mechanical, and antibacterial properties of the AZ91 Mg alloy by hybrid and layered hydroxyapatite and tantalum oxide sol–gel coating	5
Cutting parameters optimization of hybrid fiber composite during drilling	5
Overview of friction welding processes for different metallic materials	5
Experimental and numerical investigation of the thrust force and temperature generation during a drilling process	5
Effect of Cloisite 15A on the mechanical properties of an abaca-based composite	5
Effects of laser and GMA hybrid welding parameters on shape, residual stress and deformation of HSLA steel welds	5
Dynamic recrystallization of friction welded AISI 316 stainless steel joints	5
Online monitoring of 3D printing of steel via optical emission spectroscopy	5
Short term tribological behavior of ceramic and polyethylene biomaterials for hip prosthesis	5
Mechanical properties of a 7075-T6 aluminum alloy at elevated temperatures	5
Investigation of in situ synthesized TiB₂ particles in iron-based composite coatings processed by hybrid submerged arc welding	5
Effect of micro and nano-sized ZrSiO₄ particles on the friction and wear properties of polymer matrix composites	5
Tribological and adhesion properties of microwave-assisted borided AISI 316L steel	5
Wear and corrosion behavior of Mg-based alloy reinforced with TiC and ZrC particles	5
Optimal design of structural engineering components using artificial neural network-assisted crayfish algorithm	5
Hydrothermal and cerium salt sealing of a 6061 aluminum alloy	5
Producing non-dendritic A356 and A380 feedstocks: Evaluation of the effects of cooling slope casting parameters	5
Effects of asymmetric tooth profile on single-tooth stiffness of polymer gears	5
Effects of MgO Powder addition on mechanical, physical and thermal properties of Al waste bagasse composite	5
Effects of infill patterns and densities on crack propagation behavior in additive manufactured parts: a comparative study	5
Numerical and experimental formability analysis of aluminum 3105 sandwich panels produced by continuous hot-press forming	5
Effects of chromic acid anodizing on fatigue behavior of 7050 T7451 aluminum alloy	5
Metallurgical characterization of mechanically alloyed MoNiAl-WC reinforced Fe matrix composite	5
Experimental determination and numerical modeling of the stiffness of a fastener	5
Effect of Y addition on the structural transformation and thermal stability of Ti-22Al-25Nb alloy produced by mechanical alloying	5
Measurement of the deformation and strain of AZ31B magnesium alloy under quasi-static complex loading	5
Effect of laser welding speed on pore formation in AA 6061 T6 alloy	5
Effect of double-sided friction stir welding on the mechanical and microstructural characteristics of AA5754 aluminium alloy	5
Effect of deep cryogenic treatment on microstructure and mechanical properties of a CoCrFeNiMo medium-entropy alloy	5
Thermal and mechanical properties of a new insulation composite material	4
Mechanical and tribological properties of a WC-based HVOF spray coated brake disc	4
A novel chaotic artificial rabbits algorithm for optimization of constrained engineering problems	4
Strength decay of wire ropes by corrosion and wear at different surface conditions	4
Mechanical behavior of composite parts joined through different processes	4
Heat source model for electron beam welding of nickel-based superalloys	4
Effect of welding current on properties of activated gas tungsten arc super duplex stainless steel welds	4
Material flow and mechanical properties of friction stir welded AA 5052-H32 and AA6061-T6 alloys with Sc interlayer	4
Optimum design of additively manufactured aerospace components with different lattice structures	4
Optimization of electric vehicle design problems using improved electric eel foraging optimization algorithm	4
Forming evolution of titanium grade2 sheets	4
Development of morphology and lattice misfit in modified Ni-base superalloy with Al, Co and Ni additions	4
Precipitated phase in the β phase of IN783 alloy	4

Effect of ultra-high boron additions on microstructure and mechanical properties on high chromium steel	4
Sine-cosine optimization algorithm for the conceptual design of automobile components	4
Microstructure and properties of laser cladding in-situ ceramic particles reinforced Ni-based coatings	4
Laser and TIG welding of additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V parts	4
Corrosion behavior of the heat affected zone in a 316 L pipeline weld	4
Microstructure of a chrome-boriding of induction hardened DIN Ck 45 steel	4
Microstructure and mechanical properties of AISI 304/DUROSTAT 500 steel double-sided TIG welds	4
Experimental and numerical investigation of flexural behavior of balsa core sandwich composite structures	4
Effect of the notch location on the Charpy-V toughness results for robotic flux-cored arc welded multipass joints	4
Comparison between laser and TIG welding of electron beam melted Ti6Al4V parts	4
Effect of post-weld heat treatment on microstructure and corrosion properties of multi-layer super duplex stainless steel welds	4
Friction and wear properties of heavy load truck composite brake linings	4
Dynamic recrystallization in friction stir welded AA2014 aluminium alloy joints to replace riveted joints	4
Effect of local heat treatment on residual stresses in an in-service repair welded pipeline	4
A novel hybrid water wave optimization algorithm for solving complex constrained engineering problems	4
Experimental Investigation on Mechanical properties of CF15PET and GF30PP materials produced with different raster angles	4
Microstructure and mechanical properties of an additively manufactured AlSi10Mg based alloy	4
Performance assessments of the material for the traction motor cores of an electric racing kart	4
Effects of process parameters on strengthening mechanisms of additively manufactured AlSi10Mg	4
Improving the wear resistance of the magnesium alloy WE43 by cold sprayed Ni–Al₂O₃ and Ni–Zn–Al₂O₃ coatings	4
Effect of tempering temperature on mechanical properties and microstructure of AISI 4140 and AISI 4340 tempered steels	4
Joint strength optimization and morphological analysis for friction stir spot welding of the dissimilar thermoplastics ABS and PC	4
Collapse of a honeycomb sandwich composite in an aircraft radome	4
Ultrasonic testing and evaluation of moisture-dependent elastic properties of fir wood	4
Mechanical and tribological behavior of a hybrid WC and Al₂O₃ reinforced Al–4Gr composite	4
Nugget formation, microstructural features and strength of resistance spot welded cold-rolled dual-phase steel lap joints for automotive applications	4
Effect of tool rotational speed and position on mechanical and microstructural properties of friction stir welded dissimilar alloys AZ31B Mg and Al6061	4
Evaluation of the plastic deformation behavior of modified 100Cr6 steels with increased fractions of retained austenite using cyclic indentation tests	4
Microstructure and mechanical properties of 6082-T6 aluminum alloy–zinc coated steel braze-welded joints	4
Effects of grain size on the performance of brake linings with Al₂O₃ additives	3
Effect of hot rolling process parameters on the microstructure and mechanical properties of continuously cooled low-carbon high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel	3
Notch (stress concentration) factor estimation of a cylinder under internal pressure using different approaches	3
Improvement of metallurgical properties of A356 aluminium alloy by AlCrFeSrTiBSi master alloy	3
Effect of impactor nose form on the impact behavior of reinforced composite materials	3
Effect of TiN particle size on wear behavior of SiAlON-TiN composites	3
A modified Johnson–Cook constitutive model for titanium alloy TA31 and its implementation into FE	3
Effect of tool rotational speed on friction stir spot welds of AZ31B Mg alloy to AISI 304 stainless steel	3
Effect of calcination and sintering temperature on porosity and microstructure of porcelain tiles	3
Effect of pack characteristics and process parameters on the properties of aluminide-coated Inconel 625 alloy	3
Transferability of ANN-generated parameter sets from welding tracks to 3D-geometries in Directed Energy Deposition	3
Modelling boron diffusion for Fe₂B layer formation: comparative kinetics analysis in pack-boronized AISI 4147 steel	3
Influence of high-temperature, high-pressure, and acidic conditions on the structure and properties of high-performance organic fibers	3
Optimal design and experimental investigation of teeth connection joint on a filament wound composite transmission shaft	3
Influence of electron beam welding parameters on the weld seam geometry of Inconel 718 at low feed rates	3
Deformation mechanism of AZ91 alloy during compression at different temperatures	3
Microstructure evolution and properties of a laser cladded Ni-Based WC reinforced composite coating	3
Structural design optimization of the arc spring and dual-mass flywheel integrated with different optimization methods	3
Improving the fatigue life of produced dental implants by the thread-rolling process	3
Influence of residual oxygen during laser beam welding under vacuum	3
Improvement of incremental sheet metal forming with the help of a pressurised fluid system	3
Fatigue behavior of bolted boreholes under various preloads	3
Investigation of the effects of halloysite nanoclay on friction and wear behavior of automotive brake pads	3
Characterization of dual phase boride coatings on Sverker 3 steel and simulation of boron diffusion	3
Finite element method analysis of a linear friction welded Ti6Al4V alloy	3
Design and analysis of lattice structure applied humerus semi-prosthesis	3
Effect of heat treatment on the properties of plasma arc welded TRIP800 steel	3
Mechanical properties of quenched and tempered steel welds	3
Effect of deep cryogenic processing cycles on surface roughness, dimensional stability and microstructure of high carbon high chromium tool steel for cutting tool and dies applications	3
Microstructure and properties of argon arc cladded CoCr_xFeMoNiAl high entropy alloy coatings on Q235 steel	3
Effects of Re and Co additions on lattice parameters and lattice misfit in cast Ni-based superalloys	3
Influence of Ti and Nb addition on the microstructure, mechanical, and machinability properties of 316L stainless steel fabricated by powder metallurgy	3
High-speed tensile tests on high-manganese steel at low temperatures	3
Resistance spot welding of Al6061 lap joints with a polyvinyl alcohol-bonded graphene interlayer	3
Effect of Lanthanum on mechanical and wear properties of high-pressure die-cast Mg-3Al-3Sn-3Sb alloy	3
Effect of tempering temperature on impact energy of AISI 410 martensitic stainless steel at low temperatures	3
Corrosion fatigue behavior of AA 7020 alloy in seawater	3
Identifying stir casting process parameters to maximize strength of LM13 with TiB₂ and ZrC hybrid metal matrix composite	3
Enhancing weld strength in high-strength steels: the role of regional preheating in RSW	3
Influence of testers on the ISE effect	3
Finite element modelling of the fatigue damage in an explosive welded Al-dual-phase steel	3
Wear resistance and microstructural evaluation of a hardfacing welded S355J2 steel pipe piles	3
Fracture characteristics of various concrete composites containing polypropylene fibers through five fracture mechanics methods	3
Adhesive wear behavior of gas tungsten arc welded FeB-FeMo-C coatings	3
Health detection techniques for historic structures	3
Wear resistance of HVOF sprayed NiSiCrFeB, WC-Co/NiSiCrFeB, WC-Co, and WC-Cr₃C₂-Ni rice harvesting blades	3
Strength of carbon fiber/epoxy in sea water	3
Influence of peroxide cross-linking temperature and time on mechanical, physical and thermal properties of polyethylene	3
Effect of casting modification materials on cutting forces of an Al12Si alloy used in aircraft technology	3
Optimization of friction stir welding process parameters using multi-criteria decision making approach	3
Additive manufacturing and characterization of a stainless steel and a nickel alloy	3
Nonlinear buckling behavior of hybrid composites with different notch types	3
Effect of Cu addition on microstructure and corrosion behavior of Al–15Mg₂Si composite	3
Effect of Re and Ru additions on morphology and long-term stability of gamma prime particles in new modified superalloys prepared by a vacuum arc melting process	3
Multiaxial fatigue behavior of a 2198-T8 Al–Li alloy under proportional and nonproportional loading	3
Mechanical behavior of butt curved adhesive joints subjected to bending	3
Determination of residual stresses in metallic materials based on spherical indentation strain	3
Long term heating effects at 1173 K and 1273 K on microstructural rejuvenation in various modified alloys based on GTD-111	3
Mechanical behavior of composite pipes joined with non-embedded and embedded adhesive layers	3
Effect of the cooling process on the mechanical properties and microstructural behavior of extruded AZ31 and AM50 Mg alloys	3
Effect of carbon nanotubes on microstructure and mechanical properties of TiZrVMnCu–Er high entropy alloy composites	3
Ultra-high frequency induction and conventional sintering of Al-SiO₂ composites: A comparative study	3
Comparison of FDM-printed and compression molded tensile samples	2
Husking and mechanical properties of ISAF N231/SAF N110 carbon black filled XNBR-ENR blend rubber compound for rice husk removal applications	2
Preparation, characterization, and antimicrobial activity of novel chitosan blended almond gum–nanosilica bionanocomposite film for food packaging applications	2
Effect of heat-treatment on crash performance in bumper beam and crash box design and optimization of the system	2