Toughness

1 min read Last updated Mon Jun 01 2026 03:58:53 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Maximum strain energy, a material can absorb upto fracture. Area under the σϵ\sigma-\epsilon graph is a measure of toughness. Can be measured by impact test.

Generally ductile materials have a high toughness compared to brittle materials.

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