Editing Shape-memory alloy (section)

==== Optometry ====
[[Glasses|Eyeglass frames]] made from titanium-containing SMAs are marketed under the trademarks [[Flexon]] and TITANflex. These frames are usually made out of shape-memory alloys that have their transition temperature set below the expected room temperature. This allows the frames to undergo large deformation under stress, yet regain their intended shape once the metal is unloaded again. The very large apparently elastic strains are due to the stress-induced martensitic effect, where the crystal structure can transform under loading, allowing the shape to change temporarily under load. This means that eyeglasses made of shape-memory alloys are more robust against being accidentally damaged.