Which challenge arose when early Chinese crossbows using cast iron triggers attempted greater draw weights?

💡 Explanation

Higher draw weights exerted greater force on the cast iron triggers; work hardening was insufficient, so the dominant failure from yield stress became plastic deformation via shear. The soft cast iron couldn't withstand the shear stress, therefore, triggers failed increasingly often rather than functioning as intended, because stronger steels were not yet available.

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