Strain
If a workpiece is subjected to pressure, tension, cold or heat, it deforms. The elongation is called positive strain or elongation. If a shortening of the workpiece occurs, this is called negative strain or compression.
The maximum strain until the material breaks under load is determined by the tensile test.
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Elasticity
Elasticity is a material property that provides information about the ability of materials to withstand stress.
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The forgeability of steel depends on the carbon content but also on various alloying elements.
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The hardness defines the mechanical resistance that the material is able to withstand mechanical impact of other materials.
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