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Why does mechanical deformation at room temperature increase the mechanical properties of a material?

April 26, 2017deformation increase material mechanical properties room temperature

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Why does mechanical deformation at room temperature increase the mechanical properties of a material?

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Dislocations which occur as a result of mechanical deformation interfere with the progression of other dislocations — resulting in an increase in stiffness, strength, and hardness.