Strain hardening exponent
= Strain hardening exponent
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The strain hardening exponent, often denoted as \\( n \\), is a measure of how much a material strengthens as it is deformed plastically. It is a crucial parameter in the field of materials science and engineering, especially in the study of metals and polymers. Strain hardening refers to the phenomenon where a material becomes stronger and harder as it is deformed.