1.13 MATERIAL PROPERTIES Flashcards
1
Q
compressive strength
A
resistance to pushing force
2
Q
tensile strength
A
resistance to pulling force
3
Q
durability
A
resistance to wear
4
Q
hardness
A
resistance to abrasion
5
Q
stiffness
A
resistance to flexing
6
Q
elasticity
A
ability to stretch and return
7
Q
impact resistance
A
resistance to impact
8
Q
brittleness
A
hard but easily shattered
9
Q
why might designers make choices on materials to use
A
cost
avaliability
sustainability
enviremental impact
social and cultural and moral considerations