Glossary - E

  • Elastic deformation
    Elastic deformation occurs between points 0-B. During elastic deformation, the atoms of the...
  • Elasticity
    The ability of a material to return to its original shape after the load is removed.
  • Electrical conductivity
    Electrical conductivity, or conductance, is the ability of any material to conduct electricity.
  • Elongation at break
    Elongation at break is a measure of a material's ductility, in other words it is the amount of...
  • Erosion resistance
    The type and condition of this layer have a decisive influence on the material's resistance to...
  • Eutectic
    Eutectic is a mixture of two or more phases that separates from liquid solutions at a specific...