Underdamped oscillation is a type of oscillatory motion in which the restoring force is greater than the damping force. This results in the oscillation having a decreasing amplitude over time.
In underdamped oscillation, the damping force is less than the critical damping value, resulting in oscillations with a decreasing amplitude. In overdamped oscillation, the damping force is greater than the critical damping value, resulting in oscillations that decay to equilibrium without any oscillation.
The frequency of underdamped oscillation is affected by the mass of the object, the spring constant of the system, and the damping coefficient. A higher mass or spring constant will result in a lower frequency, while a higher damping coefficient will decrease the frequency.
Underdamped oscillation is used in various real-world applications, such as in shock absorbers for vehicles, suspension systems for bridges, and in electronic circuits for filtering signals.
Yes, underdamped oscillation can be observed in nature. Examples include the motion of a pendulum, the swinging of a tree branch, and the vibrations of a guitar string.