The ability of a material to return to original shape and dimensions after a deforming load has been removed.
Welding Tech
The maximum stress to which a material can be subjected without permanent deformation or failure by breaking.
The minimum distance minus any convexity between the weld root and the face of a fillet weld.
The preparation of the edges of the joint members, by cutting, cleaning, plating or other means.
A force exerted by a moving body on a resistance member, usually in a relatively short time interval.