Mechanics of Transforming Materials

This lecture covers the sources of strain in a body not caused by stress, the importance of treating these properties in mechanics, and the behavior of materials undergoing transformation. It discusses the development of stresses in constrained bodies and the concept of transformation strains. The lecture also addresses the challenges related to the total strain composition, the role of the matrix material in transforming materials, and the common applications of soft matrices. Additionally, it explores the effects of varying temperatures on composite materials and the absorption of water in different atmospheres.