Metallurgy, slip planes, shock theory

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The discussion centers on the phenomenon of shock waves in metal when struck, which allows metal grains to rearrange. Terry Cowan seeks clarification for a chapter in his book related to this concept. A suggestion is made to explore materials science resources, specifically a Cornell University course that covers slip planes and deformation. The provided link leads to lecture materials that could offer further insights. This information could significantly enhance understanding of the topic for Terry's writing.
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I read in an old metal working book that when a auto body panel is struck sharply with a hammer that for a microsecond or nanosecond there is a vibration or "shock waves" that allows the grains of metal to slip past one another and re-arrange slight. I am desperately looking for an explanation for a chapter in a book I'm writing.

Can anyone in this forum help? Or does anyone have a suggestion where to find help?

Thanks,


Terry Cowan
 
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The college course title is "Materials Science." A google search will turn up a bunch of sites, but real quick I found http://www.mae.cornell.edu/zabaras/Courses/MAE212/MAE212.html#lectures one. Lecture 13 discusses slip planes and deformation.
 
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