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The mechanics of punching and plugging are re-examined and it is argued that fracture toughness, as well as ‘strength’ must be an important material property that controls the ease, or otherwise, of perforation. It is shown that the toughness/yield strength ratio (R/k) in shear for a given thickness plate determines the amount of energy absorbed. Because the rates of energy absorption in the initial...
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