Charpy impact test

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A test of the impact strength of a material, used to determine its relative ductility or brittleness.

Word forms

Charpy impact test Charpy impact tests

Etymology

Named after French scientist Georges Charpy (1865–1945).

Synonyms

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