Difference between revisions of "Toughness"
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Latest revision as of 07:56, 24 July 2013
Description
The ability of a material to absorb stress without failing. Toughness is measured in the actual work required to rupture ratioed to the unit volume or unit mass of the material tested. A high toughness value indicates that a material is strong and impact resistant.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Zähigkeit (Deut.); ténécité (Fr.);