What Does HEL Stand For?
HEL stands for Hugoniot Elastic Limit
Hugoniot Elastic Limit (HEL) refers to the maximum stress that a material can withstand under dynamic conditions without experiencing plastic deformation. It represents a critical threshold in the study of shock waves and high-pressure dynamics, where materials transition from elastic to inelastic behavior. The HEL is essential for understanding material performance in extreme environments, such as those encountered in explosives, impact, and aerospace applications.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym