Materialdrempels
Materialdrempels are thresholds used in materials engineering to determine whether a material is suitable for a given application. They combine quantitative targets, such as minimum tensile strength, yield stress, fracture toughness, and thermal stability, with qualitative requirements like corrosion resistance, manufacturability, and long-term durability. By defining these thresholds, designers and engineers can screen candidate materials early and focus on options that meet the essential performance and cost criteria.
The term is common in Dutch-language technical literature and in design optimization practices. It reflects a
Materialdrempels cover mechanical, thermal, chemical, and environmental dimensions. Examples include a marine component requiring corrosion resistance
Applications are strongest in early-stage screening and optimization, where data quality is variable. Limitations include dependence
See also: material selection, design for reliability, performance criteria, lifecycle assessment, and material property databases.