Impact Testing: Performing the Charpy test to assess materials notch toughness and satisfy industry specifications

Impact strength tests are designed to determine the notch toughness of a material by measuring the amount of energy absorbed as it fractures. The Charpy impact test is one of the most popular techniques for determining material notch toughness and helps ensure the safety and integrity of both structural components and finished products. 

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