
The change in no-load output occurring with time after removal of A load which had been applied for a specific period of time. Usually measured over a specific time period immediately following removal of rated load and expressed as a percent of rated output over a specific period of time.
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The time-dependent portion of the decrease in strain in a material or object following removal of the stress that has deformed it. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Rate of decrease in deformation that occurs when load is removed after prolonged application in a Creep Test. Constant temperature is maintained to eliminate effects of thermal expansion, and measurements are taken from time load is zero to eliminate elastic effects. Creep Limit.
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Type: Term Definitions: 1. the time-dependent portion of the decrease in strain in a material or object following removal of the stress that has deformed it.
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