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Test methods for measuring tear strength are described, including crescent, angle, trouser and Delft test pieces. The fracture mechanics approach of tearing energy is discussed.

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Brown, R. (2018). Tear. In: Physical Test Methods for Elastomers. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-66727-0_13

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