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embrittlement

UK
/ɪmˈbrɪtl̩mənt/
US
/ɪmˈbrɪtlmənt/

Translations

embrittlementnoun
embrittlements
pl
fragilisationTerme technique (matériaux) ; perte de ductilité et passage à un état plus cassant.
The embrittlement of the metal pipes was caused by prolonged exposure to hydrogen gas.
La fragilisation des tuyaux métalliques a été causée par une exposition prolongée au gaz hydrogène.
Synonyms
fragility
brittleness
weakening
deterioration
embrittlementadjective
UK
/ɪmˈbrɪtl̩mənt/
US
/ɪmˈbrɪtlmənt/
Used attributively before another noun to describe tests, temperatures, mechanisms, etc., related to embrittlement.
fragilisantTerme technique ; se dit de ce qui provoque une fragilisation.
Embrittlement testing revealed the alloy's susceptibility to cracking.
Les essais fragilisants ont révélé la sensibilité de l’alliage à la fissuration.

Definitions

embrittlementnoun
The process by which a material becomes brittle, often due to environmental factors or changes in its composition.
The embrittlement of the metal pipes was caused by prolonged exposure to hydrogen gas.
The state or condition of being brittle; loss of ductility in a material.
Excessive embrittlement reduced the toughness of the steel component.
embrittlementadjective
Relating to or causing embrittlement.
Embrittlement testing revealed the alloy's susceptibility to cracking.
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