In the analysis and measurement of residual stresses of materials, it has been noted that there are frequently differences in interpretation of the terms "macrostrain" and "microstrain." To assist communication among research personnel in this area, definitions for these two terms are suggested by the Fatigue Design and Evaluation Committee of SAE. Since "macrostress" is commonly computed from "macrostrain" in residual stress analysis, to be consistent, the definitions given are for "macrostrain" and "microstrain."
SAE J932-2011 history
2011SAE J932-2011 Definitions for Macrostrain and Microstrain
1985SAE J932-1985 Definitions for Macrostrain and Microstrain
1965SAE J932-1965 Definitions for Macrostrain and Microstrain