Elastic Recovery

Elastic recovery is the ability of a material to return to its original shape after being deformed, such as stretched or compressed. Think of a rubber band: when you stretch it, it elongates, but once you release it, it snaps back to its original form. This property is important in materials used for shocks, flexible joints, and structural components, as it helps them absorb and recover from forces without permanent deformation. Elastic recovery depends on the material's internal structure and its ability to store and release energy efficiently.