Energy changes in transforming solids annual report, February 1, 1994--January 31, 1995

The recently formulated thermodynamic theory of elastic bodies prone to damage has been further developed. This formalism is based on classical thermodynamics using the local state approximation, with a significant amount of attention paid to non-isothermal processes. Certain concepts are being clarified via the use of Onsager`s reciprocal relations. Planned work includes a significant effort to develop the fundamental elements of an exact thermodynamic theory, which until now has been restricted to the one-dimensional case, and will be extended to two and three dimensions. Information is also included on publications in print, in press, and submitted since the last report (8/92).