Calculating Damping Ratio of SMAs Using Hysteresis Loops

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The discussion focuses on calculating the damping ratio of Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) using hysteresis loops. The damping ratio formula is defined as ΔU/2∏U, where ΔU represents the energy lost due to material damping and U denotes the elastic strain energy. The challenge lies in accurately determining the elastic strain energy due to the unique behavior of SMAs, particularly during the superelastic effect. The user seeks guidance on this calculation and has provided an example of a hysteresis loop for reference.

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G'day guys,

I am currently trying to calculate the damping ratio for Shape memory alloys using hysteresis loops. The damping ratio is usually represented as ΔU/2∏U, where ΔU is the energy lost due to material damping and U is the elastic strain energy. My problem is trying to find this elastic strain energy due to the unusual behaviour of shape memory alloys. I have attached an example of a hysteresis loop for an SMA undergoing the super elastic effect. If anyone could give me any help or guidance I would be extremely grateful and may even buy you a beer!

Thanks, Leon
 

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