tensile energy absorption
The ability of a material, such as paper, to
absorb energy in tension. The property is
proportional to the area between the
load-elongation curve and the elongation axis, and
is expressed in energy units per unit area of
material, e.g., foot-pounds/square foot,
kilograms-centimeter/square centimeter, etc.
Measurement of tensile energy absorption has been
recommended as an effective means of determining
the deterioration of paper; to date, however, it
has not received widespread acceptance. (17 )
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