Why do some parts bend perfectly while others crack or snap? In this episode, Jake breaks down ductility vs. brittleness and how these properties can make or break your bent parts.

Using our custom bend rig, you’ll learn how different materials react under stress—and how to choose the right one for your design.

In this lesson, you’ll learn:

• What makes a material ductile or brittle
• The basics of stress, strain, and the stress-strain curve
• Key terms like yield strength and ultimate tensile strength
• Why K-Factor matters more than you think
• How mild steel, 5052 & 6061 aluminum, and acrylic behave when bent