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plastic deformation
(redirected from plastic flow)

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deformation [de″for-ma´shun]
1. deformity, especially an alteration in shape or structure.
2. the process of adapting in shape or form.
elastic deformation temporary elongation of tissue when a prolonged force has been applied. See also creep.
plastic deformation permanent elongation of tissue when a prolonged nondisruptive mechanical force has been applied. See also creep.

plastic deformation,
n any irreversible deformation of tissues.


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15) FITTING THE MODEL TO THE RESULTS FROM COMPRESSION To fit the experimental data, we need to evaluate the wave moduli from the model, and to impose on the model the conditions of plastic flow during compression.
XTF Forming Tap's crests are rounded off to promote smooth plastic flow and prevent cracks and burrs in the root of the internal thread.
The taps' crests are rounded off to promote smooth plastic flow and prevent cracks and burrs in the root of the internal thread.
 
 
 
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