Advanced Materials Engineering - Material Selection

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to Advanced Materials Engineering and Material Selection.

Abundance of elements

The distribution of elements in the universe measured in parts per million.

Density

A physical property defined as mass per unit volume.

Materials Engineering Tetrahedron

A framework demonstrating the interrelation between material properties, processing, structure, and performance.

Mechanical Properties

Attributes of materials that define their behavior under load, including strength, hardness, and elasticity.

Thermal Conductivity

The ability of a material to conduct heat.

Corrosion Resistance

A property that indicates a material's ability to withstand degradation from environmental exposure.

Relative Abundance

The comparative amount of chemical elements in a specified system, often measured in percentage or parts per million.

Material Selection Methodology

The process of selecting materials based on design requirements and material properties.

Young's Modulus

A measure of the stiffness of a solid material, defined as the ratio of stress to strain.

Eutectic Composition

The specific composition of an alloy that has the lowest melting point.

Composite Materials

A combination of two or more materials that results in improved properties over the individual components.

Natural Polymers

Polymers that are produced naturally, such as rubber and silk.

Noble Metals

Metals that are resistant to corrosion and oxidation, including gold, silver, and platinum.

Precious Metals

Metals that are rare and valuable, often used in jewelry and currency.

Alkaline Earth Metals

Group of elements in the second column of the periodic table that have similar properties.