The bend test is performed to determine how much a material can bend without breaking and subsequently how much force it would take to bend it to a certain angle. Multiple data about the material can be obtained from the bend test, including ductility, bend strength, fracture strength, and fracture resistance. Conversely, if a material actually breaks during the bend test, the odds are great that such a material may not be the optimal choice for an application where strong bending forces are applied. As such, the information obtained from the bend test is potentially vital for safety reasons.