Lecture

Introduction to Materials Science: Hardness and Wear

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This lecture introduces the concepts of material hardness and wear. It covers the Vickers hardness test, different hardness measurement techniques like Rockwell and Brinell, and typical hardness values for various materials. The lecture also discusses wear as a significant cause of material degradation, emphasizing the importance of understanding the interaction between materials in contact.

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