Charpy impact test

English

Etymology

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

Noun

Charpy impact test (plural Charpy impact tests)

  1. (materials science) A test of the impact strength of a material, used to determine its relative ductility or brittleness.
    Synonyms: Charpy, Charpy test

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