shear strength testing

Shear strength testing measures a material's ability to withstand forces that try to cut or slide one part of it against another parallel to its surface. In this test, a sample is subjected to a force that increases until the material fails or deforms along a specific plane. The goal is to determine the maximum shear force the material can handle before it loses integrity. This information helps engineers understand how materials will perform under real-world loads, ensuring safety and durability in construction, manufacturing, and other applications.