Wave propagation in a phase transforming cellular material
The aim of this project is to explore the wave propagation properties in a phase transforming cellular material suitable for energy dissipation applications. We pretend to understand how to control the dispersion behavior and switch the propagation properties when the phase transition is triggered. In the long term, the main objective is to achieve a device with tunable band gaps and wave guide properties. The first part of this document presents the theoretical background of wave propagation in periodic materials. The second part is dedicated to the Bloch analysis of the phase transforming cellular material.