Georges Charpy

Georges Charpy was a French engineer known for developing the Charpy impact test in 1901. This test measures a material’s toughness, which is its ability to absorb energy and resist fracture when subjected to sudden forces. In the process, a notched sample is struck by a swinging pendulum, and the energy absorbed by the material during the breakage is recorded. The Charpy test is widely used in engineering and materials science to assess the durability of metals and other materials, especially in structures and components that face impact loads. His contributions have significantly influenced safety standards in engineering.