Materials - Structure, Behavior, and Properties
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Which mechanical behavior is primarily tested through tensile testing?

  • Compression
  • Bending (Flexure)
  • Impact
  • Tension (correct)

Which of the following does NOT belong to the list of mechanical behaviors mentioned?

  • Creep
  • Hardness
  • Clearance (correct)
  • Fatigue

What is primarily evaluated during a bending (flexure) test?

  • Hardness
  • Flexural strength (correct)
  • Tensile strength
  • Impact resistance

Which phenomenon refers to the gradual deformation of materials under constant stress over time?

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What type of stress is primarily associated with torsion testing?

<p>Shear stress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a positive slope in a true stress-true strain curve indicate?

<p>The material is becoming stronger as it is strained. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable K represent in the true stress-true strain equation?

<p>The strength coefficient (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a true stress-true strain curve, what does the term 'n' signify?

<p>The strain-hardening exponent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a correction noted in the true stress-true strain curve?

<p>It considers the triaxial state of stress in necked regions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what point does the true stress-true strain curve for various metals start?

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What effect does increasing temperature have on the ductility of materials?

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Which of the following properties decreases with increasing temperature?

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How does the strain-hardening exponent, n, change with temperature for most metals?

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What happens to the ultimate tensile strength of aluminum as temperature increases?

<p>Ultimate tensile strength becomes more sensitive to strain rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT generally display similar temperature sensitivity as carbon steel?

<p>Compression strength (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of loading in a disk test on a brittle material?

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In addition to ductility, which property is specifically noted to increase with temperature?

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Which of the following materials shows a significant sensitivity to strain rate as temperature increases?

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What distinguishes the science-driven approach from the design-driven approach in materials science?

<p>The science-driven approach is concerned with the manipulation of material structures, whereas the design-driven approach emphasizes the final product usage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material processing technique is characterized by the formation of single crystal structures?

<p>Directional solidification (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of metals used in turbine blades for jet engines?

<p>Low conductivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of materials engineering, what does Ansys Granta EduPack support?

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What is a key advantage of using directionally solidified metals in manufacturing?

<p>Improved mechanical properties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are materials in automobiles categorized into different groups?

<p>To address varying properties and functions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What common misconception may arise related to the properties of materials used in vehicles?

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Which of the following statements about metal manufacturing methods is correct?

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What causes barreling in the compression of a cylindrical specimen?

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In the shear stress formula, what does the variable 'T' represent?

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How is the shear strain (γ) calculated in torsion?

<p>γ = l / ϕ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the shear modulus (G) defined as?

<p>The ratio of shear stress to shear strain in the elastic range (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a four-point bending test, where does the maximum bending moment occur?

<p>In a region of constant maximum bending moment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable 'ν' represent in the shear modulus formula?

<p>Poisson's ratio (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In three-point bending, where is the maximum bending moment located?

<p>In the middle of the span of the beam (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following formulas represents shear stress?

<p>$\tau = \frac{T}{2\pi r^2 t}$ (A), $\tau = \frac{T}{2\pi r^2 t}$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does hardness primarily measure in a material?

<p>Resistance to permanent indentation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a method of hardness testing?

<p>Metallographic Test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Brinell hardness testing, what is the key factor that should be fully developed for a valid test?

<p>Depth of the permanently deformed zone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes hardness as a property of materials?

<p>It indicates resistance to scratching and wear. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hardness testing method uses a diamond indenter?

<p>Knoop Test (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary utility of the hardness scales chart?

<p>To convert between different hardness scales (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following hardness testing methods is primarily used for non-destructive testing?

<p>Leeb Test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs in the depth of the permanently deformed zone during hardness testing?

<p>It is about one order of magnitude larger than the indentation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Material groups

Different types of materials categorized based on their properties and characteristics.

Material properties

Specific characteristics of a material like strength, ductility, and stiffness.

Material Science

Study of materials, including their structures, properties, and applications.

Design-driven approach

Designing materials to meet specific end-use requirements.

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Science-driven approach

Studying materials to understand their fundamental properties

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Metals (liquid state)

Metals in a molten or liquid phase.

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Turbine blades

Components used in jet engines for power generation

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Engineering Science

Concepts and theories essential to application in design and construction

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Tensile Test

A standard method to evaluate a material's strength and ductility by stretching a specimen until it breaks.

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Compression Test

A test that measures a material's resistance to being squeezed or crushed.

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Torsion Test

A test that evaluates a material's resistance to twisting forces.

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Bending Test

A test that measures a material's ability to withstand bending forces.

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Hardness Test

A test that determines a material's resistance to scratching or indentation.

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True Stress

The actual stress experienced by a material during a tensile test, considering the changing cross-sectional area due to deformation.

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True Strain

The actual deformation experienced by a material during a tensile test, measured as the natural logarithm of the ratio of instantaneous length to original length.

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Strain-Hardening Exponent (n)

A material property that represents the degree to which a material becomes stronger as it is deformed. A higher 'n' value indicates greater strain hardening.

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Strength Coefficient (K)

A constant in the true stress-true strain relationship, representing the initial strength of the material.

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True Stress-True Strain Curve

A graphical representation of the relationship between true stress and true strain during a tensile test, showing how the material's strength changes with deformation.

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Barreling

The phenomenon where a cylindrical specimen compresses unevenly, forming a barrel-like shape during deformation.

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Shear Stress (Ï„)

Force acting parallel to the surface of a material, causing it to deform by sliding.

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Shear Strain (γ)

The change in shape of a material due to shear stress.

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Shear Modulus (G)

The measure of a material's resistance to shear deformation.

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Torque (T)

The twisting force applied to a shaft or object.

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Three-Point Bending

A test method for measuring the strength of brittle materials, where a specimen is supported at two points and loaded at a third point.

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Four-Point Bending

A test method where the specimen is supported at four points and loaded at two points in the middle, creating a constant bending moment.

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Bending Moment Diagram

A graph that shows the distribution of bending moments along a beam.

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Temperature's effect on ductility

As temperature increases, a material becomes more ductile, meaning it can stretch further before breaking.

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Temperature's effect on yield strength

Higher temperature results in lower yield strength, meaning the material starts to deform permanently at a lower stress level.

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Temperature's effect on strain-hardening exponent (n)

The strain-hardening exponent (n) increases with temperature, indicating that materials become more resistant to further deformation as they are strained at higher temperatures.

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Strain rate's effect on strength

Increasing strain rate (how fast a material is stretched) generally increases its strength.

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Temperature's influence on strain rate sensitivity

At higher temperatures, the strength of a material becomes even more sensitive to changes in strain rate, meaning a small change in strain rate can have a bigger impact on strength.

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Disk test on brittle materials

Testing a brittle material's resistance to breaking under compression, often using a disk-shaped sample.

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Fracture path in compression test

The direction along which a brittle material breaks under compression, often showing characteristic patterns.

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Hardness (definition)

Hardness measures a material's resistance to permanent indentation. It indicates how strong the material is and how well it resists scratching and wear.

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What are some hardness tests?

Common hardness tests include Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers, Knoop, Leeb, Mohs, Shore (Durometer), and Hot Hardness tests.

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Brinell Test

The Brinell test uses a hardened steel ball to indent the material under a specific load. The diameter of the indentation is measured to determine the material's hardness.

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Rockwell Test

The Rockwell test uses a diamond cone or steel ball to indent the material at a specific load. It measures the depth of penetration to determine hardness.

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Vickers Test

The Vickers test utilizes a diamond pyramid indenter to create a square-shaped indentation. The diagonal length of the indentation is measured to assess hardness.

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Knoop Test

The Knoop test uses a diamond indenter shaped like a long, narrow pyramid to create a long, narrow indentation. This method is suitable for measuring the hardness of thin, brittle materials.

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Leeb Test

The Leeb test uses a small hammer with a rebounding tip to measure the hardness of materials. The hammer's rebound height is used to determine the material's hardness.

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Mohs Hardness

The Mohs hardness scale is a relative scale where minerals are ranked based on their ability to scratch each other. Higher numbers indicate greater hardness.

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Study Notes

Materials - Structure, Behavior and Properties

  • This course covers production, automation, and materials concepts.
  • A science-driven approach and a design-driven approach are discussed, with the idea of using both methods when considering materials.
  • Diagrams show structures on different scales, from atomic ($10^{-14}$ m) to macroscopic ($10^{-2}$ m).
  • Mechanical properties include stiffness (E too low), strength (σy too low), toughness (Kic too low) and density (p too high).
  • Figures show material behaviors in tension and compression.
  • Thermal properties are explored, such as high service temperature (Tmax) and low thermal conductivity (λ).
  • Electrical, magnetic, and optical properties are also noted.
  • Different materials are grouped into metals, ceramics, polymers, composites and hybrids.
  • A presentation of materials that are commonly used in cars.
  • Diagrams illustrating the stages of the solidification of metals.
  • An outline of engineering materials with subcategories for metals (ferrous and nonferrous), plastics (thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers), ceramics and others, and composites.
  • Materials discussed in this course include: steels, cast irons, aluminum alloys, copper alloys, zinc alloys, titanium alloys, aluminas, silicon carbides, silicon nitrides, zirconias, soda glass, borosilicate glass, silica glass, glass-ceramics and various polymers and composites.
  • An outline of the behavior and manufacturing properties of materials, including atomic bonds, mechanical properties (strength, ductility, hardness, fatigue, creep, toughness, fracture), physical properties (density, melting point, specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal expansion, oxidation, corrosion), and property modification (heat treatment, precipitation hardening, annealing).
  • The crystal structure of metals and types of atomic bonds are covered.
  • Concepts of deformation and strength of single crystals are explored.
  • Topics of grains and grain boundaries, plastic deformation, recovery, recrystallization, and grain growth, cold working, warm working, and hot working are discussed.
  • Types of chemical bonds such as ionic, covalent, metallic, van der Waals forces, hydrogen bonds.
  • Different types of crystal structures in metals (bcc, fcc, hcp).
  • Deformation by slip and twinning.
  • Anisotropy and tensile tests.
  • Stress-strain curves, and their relationship to elastic and plastic deformation.
  • Concepts like yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and fracture stress, as well as elastic and plastic deformation.
  • An outline on the different types of material failures (brittle and ductile).
  • Different types of materials (metals, nonmetals).
  • Definitions and details of various mechanical tests and properties, with figures on specimens used in testing and diagrams of various types of mechanical behaviors.
  • Topics on fatigue, creep, impact, residual stresses, and failure and fracture analyses.
  • Discussions on how to choose materials based on their properties.
  • Details on corrosion resistance (pitting and intergranular corrosion).
  • Case study with a focus on material selection for coins.
  • Suggested reading material for further study.
  • Properties concerning thermal, electrical, optical, and corrosion resistance.

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