Theories of Elasticity

Theories of elasticity describe how materials deform when forces are applied and how they return to their original shape once the forces are removed. These theories help predict material behavior under stress. They include Hooke’s Law, which states deformation is proportional to applied stress within elastic limits; the Theory of Elasticity, which uses mathematical models to analyze stress and strain in complex shapes; and other advanced theories that account for factors like temperature and material imperfections. Overall, they provide a framework to understand and calculate how materials respond to forces in engineering and science.