metal that will not fatigue after repeated bending?

Is there a particular type of metal that one could make a thin wire of, and subject to repeated bending without it breaking as easily as something like a coat hanger?

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john doe
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John:

Well of course there is. What automotive application calls for wire to resists lots of load cycles? Engine valve springs. So, go look up this article from Kobe in Japan on =93The past and future of high-strength steel for valve springs=94:

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Pittsburgh Pete

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metalengr

Ah, sorry. Should have been more specific, as I was looking for it to be pliable. Solder would be exactly what I want only not prone to breaking.

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john doe

springs?:

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Ah, sorry. Should have been more specific, as I was looking for it to be pliable. Solder would be exactly what I want only not prone to breaking.

I think you would need a part made of several pieces i.e a wire rope, or equivalent.

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deu

springs?:

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Gooseneck? If you're unfamiliar, try mcmaster.com and search for gooseneck. It's not a material, but I think it does what you describe.

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dvt

Yes, it should function like gooseneck, but they don't make gooseneck that is super thin (

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john doe

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