Understanding the Stress-Strain Curve Metals, Ceramics, and Polymers Welcome. Today we’ll explore the stress-strain curve, mechanical properties, and their relevance in materials science.
Introduction to Stress and Strain Stress: internal resistance (σ = F/A) Strain: deformation (ε = ΔL/L₀) Stress measures internal resistance to external forces; strain quantifies deformation.
Types of Stress and Strain • Tensile, Compressive, Shear • Elastic (reversible), Plastic (irreversible) Different stresses cause different types of deformation.
Stress-Strain Curve Overview Elastic region, Yield point, Plastic region, Ultimate Tensile Strength, Fracture. Curve summarizes how materials behave from elasticity to failure.
Mechanical Concepts Elastic Modulus, Yield Strength, Ductility, Resilience, Toughness Properties critical in understanding and predicting material behavior.
Mechanical Testing Methods • Tensile test • Compression test • Flexural test • Shear test Standardized methods used to measure mechanical properties.
Properties of Metals • High stiffness, strength, ductility, toughness Metals undergo large plastic deformation, ideal for structural applications.
Properties of Ceramics • High stiffness, strength • Brittle, low toughness Ceramics fail abruptly after elastic deformation.
Properties of Polymers • Low stiffness • High ductility, flexibility Polymers elongate significantly before failure.
Comparative Overview Property | Metals | Ceramics | Polymers -----------|--------|-----------|---------- Stiffness | High | High | Low Strength | High | High | Moderate Ductility | High | Low | High Toughness | High | Low | Moderate A concise summary highlighting key differences.