Glossary - Y's

Yield point that point on the stress-strain curve, short of ultimate failure, where the rate of stress with respect to strain goes through a zero value and may become negative.

Yield strain the level of strain at the yield point.

Yield stress the level of stress at the yield point.

(sc) This term is generally associated with the semiconductor industry.

(r) This term is generally associated with the rubber industry.

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