Finding the thrust of the spring.

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To find the thrust produced by a spring with a modulus of 80 N and a natural length of 60 cm when compressed to 35 cm, the formula T = (λ/initial length) x (final length - initial length) can be applied. Thrust is essentially a term for the force exerted by the spring, which is considered positive when calculating compression. The calculation simplifies to T = (80/0.6) x (0.60 - 0.35). The discussion clarifies that the negative sign is unnecessary since the thrust will always yield a positive value. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving spring-related problems effectively.
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Homework Statement


A spring of modulus 80 N and natural length 60 cm compressed to a length of 35 cm. find the thrust produced.


Homework Equations


Is thrust the opposite of tension? Do we use T=-λ/initial length x (final length-initial length) ? Or do we just solve it without adding a negative sign?


The Attempt at a Solution


T=(80/0.6)x(0.35-0.60)
 
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Hi Kiely! :smile:
Kiely said:
Is thrust the opposite of tension?

Yes, it's just a fancy word for force (or compression).

And why bother with a sign? :rolleyes: … you know it'll be positive, so just write:

T=(80/0.6)x(0.60 - 0.35) :wink:​
 
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