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yield point [′yēld ‚pȯint] (mechanics) The lowest stress at which strain increases without increase in stress. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For some other metals and for non-metallic materials, yield points are non-existent. Creep tests can be performed to check for practical yield points or to get the low shear viscosity. Yield points can be determined with creep/recovery tests or with controlled ramps. |
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