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Recent Advances in Crystalline Materials
Abstract: Crystalline materials are solids in which atoms, ions, or molecules are arranged in a highly ordered, repeating three-dimensional lattice. This well-defined structure gives rise to unique physical, chemical, electrical, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties, making crystalline materials essential for numerous scientific and industrial applications. Advances in materials science, crystal engineering, and nanotechnology have enabled precise control over crystal size, morphology, composition, and defect structures through innovative synthesis techniques. These developments …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of the Fundamental and Functional Properties of Crystalline Materials
Abstract: Crystalline materials, characterized by their highly ordered atomic arrangements, serve as the backbone of modern engineering and technology. This review provides a detailed examination of their diverse properties, categorized into mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical domains. We analyze fundamental mechanical parameters such as the elastic modulus, yield strength, and fracture toughness, alongside functional behaviors like fatigue and creep. The discussion extends to thermal transport and expansion, electrical conductivity and resistivity, …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Crystalline Materials: From Crystal Growth and Defect Engineering to Advanced Functional Applications
Abstract: Crystalline materials form the foundation of numerous modern technologies owing to their highly ordered atomic structures and exceptional physical, chemical, electrical, optical, and mechanical properties. Their periodic crystal lattices provide superior structural stability and enable precise control of electronic, thermal, and optical behavior, making them indispensable in microelectronics, photonics, energy storage, catalysis, aerospace, environmental remediation, and biomedical engineering. Rapid advances in crystal growth techniques, nanotechnology, and computational materials science have …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Raman Spectroscopy for The Determination of Relative Crystallinity of Carbon Fibers
Abstract: Analogous to X-ray diffraction technique, the light scattering technique discovered by Sir CV Raman has great potential in quantifying the crystallinity of new materials, like the highly crystalline pitch based carbon fibers (NX90 and NX100). For comparison the Raman spectra of polyacrylonitrile based carbon fibers (T700SC) were also recorded. From the Raman spectral analysis, it was found that the pitch based carbon fibers exhibit far far higher degree of crystallinity …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Flaws and Defects in Crystals
Abstract: Crystalline materials are defined by their long-range atomic order; however, no real crystal is completely free from imperfections. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of crystal defects and imperfections that occur in solid materials and their significant influence on material properties. Point defects, including vacancies, interstitials, and substitutional atoms, are examined alongside line defects such as edge and screw dislocations, as well as planar defects encompassing …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Types and Fabrication Methods of Borate Based Thermoluminescence Materials
Abstract: Thermoluminescence (TL) is a kind of luminescence produced by certain crystalline materials that refers to the re-emission of energy received from electromagnetic radiations as light when the substance is heated. Thermoluminescence materials are used in a variety of fields, including environmental dosimetry, personal dosimetry, and medical research. Doping different rare earth impurities in different hosts causes the characteristics of materials suitable for diverse applications in many disciplines to change. Terbium …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Influence of Die Design Parameters and Mechanical Properties of AA5083 Through Equal Channel Angular Pressing Technique
Abstract: Refinement of the grain structure in bulk Materials is achieved using the Equal Channel Angular Pressing process. The material is pass through a die in this procedure that has two channels that meet at a particular angle. Finer grains are formed as a result of the material's deformation when it passes through die. The creation of ultra-fine grains is influenced by a number of die design characteristics. The effects of …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–47 Read article
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Multifunctional and Photocatalytic Properties of DyFeO₃/Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ Biphasic Nanoparticles
Abstract: Rare-earth orthoferrites constitute a class of compounds that exhibit remarkable magnetic, optical, and electronic properties across a wide temperature range. In the present study, a dysprosium-based orthoferrite containing dual phases of DyFeO₃ perovskite and Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ garnet was successfully synthesized via the co-precipitation technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was employed to investigate the structural configuration of the synthesized material. The diffraction pattern confirmed the formation of a biphasic composite comprising orthorhombic …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–54 Read article
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Crystal Engineering Strategies for Tailoring Mechanical Properties of Structural Materials
Abstract: Crystal engineering has emerged as a promising approach for designing materials with tailored mechanical properties, enabling advancements in various fields such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. This review examines the diverse strategies employed in crystal engineering to manipulate the mechanical behavior of structural materials. One key strategy involves controlling the crystal structure at the atomic level through techniques such as alloying, doping, and phase transformations. Alloying introduces foreign atoms into …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 01–06 Read article
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Review on Severe Plastic Deformation Techniques for Bulk Materials: Deformation Behavior and Properties
Abstract: This paper presents a detailed review of the efficient application of Severe Plastic Deformation for the fabrication of ultra-fine-grained and nanostructured crystalline bulk materials. Severe Plastic Deformation allows substantial grain refinement while largely preserving the original dimensions of the workpiece, making it especially suitable for ductile materials capable of sustaining very high strains under elevated hydrostatic pressure prior to failure. The study investigates the grain refinement mechanisms involved in Severe …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–72 Read article
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Synthesis and Applications of Copper- Doped Pyridine Precipitate
Abstract: A metal organic nonlinear optical single crystal, copper doped pyridine material, was created at room temperature using the slow evaporation solution growth technique (SEST). The developed material's crystalline nature was revealed by a powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis. Single crystal XRD study shows that the material synthesized possesses monoclinic system of cell parameters, a = 11.44 Å, b = 7.92 Å, C = 11.74 Å and alpha and gamma is …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 51–60 Read article
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Application of Polypyrrole/Lead Sulphide Nanocomposite in UV Light Assisted Photocatalysis and Gas Sensing
Abstract: The synthesis of ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was done using the co-precipitation method. The synthesized ppy/leadsulphide nanocomposite was characterized using Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Selected Area Electron Diffraction (SAED), X-Ray Powder Defraction (XRD), Fourier Transformation Infra-Red Spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-Vis Spectroscopy techniques. The optical bandgap of the synthesized ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was observed to be 3.48 eV. The synthesized material is crystalline, with an average crystallite size of 2.51 nm. The photocatalytic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Effect of Gamma and Electron Beam Irradiations on Crystalline and Gelatinization Properties of Edible Potato Starch
Abstract: Exposure of food material to radiation causes changes in crystalline (damage of crystal structure / lattice distortion), and gelatinization (digestive)properties. Potato starch (PS) is one of the important globally used food supplement in different forms like chips, curries, cusins etc. During its use the PS is exposed to radiations, altering its molecular structure (due to chain cleavages) and bring changes in structural and physical properties ; sometimes ill – effects …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 113–127 Read article
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Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Thermogravimetric Analysis, and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis for Advanced Medical Materials
Abstract: Modern healthcare depends on advanced medical products that come up with new ways to care for and help patients. Characterizing these products is important to make sure they are safe, effective, and work well. While there are many analysis methods, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) are the most important ones for checking the temperature and mechanical qualities of medical materials. By measuring the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 57–72 Read article
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Crystal Defects and Their Characterization in Modern Materials Science
Abstract: The physical and chemical properties of crystalline solids are fundamentally dictated by deviations from structural perfection, known as crystal defects. From the point-scale vacancies that drive diffusion to the planar boundaries that determine mechanical strength, defects serve as the primary "tuning knobs" in material design. This review provides a comprehensive examination of point, line, and planar defects, exploring their formation energetics and their role in plastic deformation via crystallographic slip. …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Nanocrystalline CeO2 and Ce0.95Cu0.05O2 Solid Solution Catalysts: Properties and Applications
Abstract: The main study and the development of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanocrystals containing transition- metal species are of crucial importance for understanding the preparation and fabrication of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanoparticles by solution combustion technique to taken glycine as fuel. The structural properties of Ce1-xCuxO2 nanocrystals were examined by investigating the influence of cerium dioxide and Cu dopant ions. The CeO2 single-phase cubic system was successfully incorporated with Cu …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Gamma- and Electron Beam-Induced Crystalline modification in Poly (Lactic Acid): Effects of Radiation Dose and Dose Rate
Abstract: Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) is an important commercial biodegradable polyester whose properties are dictated by its molecular architecture and semicrystalline nature. The application of ionizing radiation particularly gamma rays and electron beams is extensive for sterilization and materials processing. The effect of ionizing radiation on the crystallinity of PLA is complex however, since irradiation causes concurrently chain scission, radical formation, oxidation, recombination and mobility driven structural reorganization. This work studies the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Fluorescence Emission Enhancement in Crystalline Photonic Structures
Abstract: One of the two ways that a material that has absorbed light or other electromagnetic radiation can emit light is through fluorescence. Fluorspar is a substance that can be added to welding compounds to facilitate easier flow; the word fluorescent is derived from the Latin fluere, which means "to flow." LED lights, clothing that glows in "black light," or light sources that contain UV or blue light, and butterflies like …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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Experimental Investigation for Strengthening the Nanocomposite Cementitious Materials with a Nanoscale Modification
Abstract: For the last few decades, researchers have widely used nanopolymer to control the mechanical properties of cementitious materials as a micro reinforcement. This paper examines and compares the mechanical and microstructure property of nanofiber cementitious material. Twenty-four sets of beam/cube cast with carbon nanofibers (CNFs) cementitious material where CNFs were used from 0.1%, 0.2%, and 0.3% of cement weight. The nanoparticles were scattered using a surfactant and an ultrasonic probe …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–24 Read article
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Nano Cellulose: A Bionano Material from Lignocellulosic Biomass
Abstract: In paper industry, nano technological advances are of great importance in targeting high quality, efficiency and market potential. Lignocellulosic biomass is a natural biopolymer with cellulose fibrils in a matrix of lignin and hemi cellulose. One of the most relevant nanomaterials of our paper industry is nano crystalline cellulose, a renewable, recyclable and abundant nano material obtained from lignocellulosic biomass. Currently the paper industry uses nanotechnology in two ways: to …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–21 Read article