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Condensed Matter & Materials Physics

Work Hardening

The strengthening of a metal by plastic deformation, caused by dislocation multiplication and entanglement obstructing further slip.

σ_y = σ₀ + α G b √ρ_dislocation (Taylor Relation) MPa (Increased Yield Strength)