Compression Springs: Calculating Force Released

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the force released from compression springs, specifically in relation to their specifications and the height achieved by a weight when released from the spring. The scope includes theoretical and practical applications of spring mechanics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about a formula for calculating the force released from compression springs based on their specifications.
  • Another participant suggests that the force can be calculated using the formula: Force = spring constant * extension.
  • A third participant expresses surprise at the simplicity of the explanation and questions their previous research efforts.
  • A later reply references Hooke's Law as a foundational concept related to the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the application of the formula or the specifics of the calculations, and the discussion remains open with varying levels of understanding and confidence.

Contextual Notes

There may be limitations regarding the assumptions made about the spring's behavior, the definitions of terms used, and the conditions under which the calculations apply.

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Is there a formula to calculate how much force is released from compression springs knowing the exact specifications of the spring of course?

Like if it takes 100g to compress a spring completely, how high would 50g travel when the spring is released.
 
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bucky1andonly said:
Is there a formula to calculate how much force is released from compression springs knowing the exact specifications of the spring of course?

Like if it takes 100g to compress a spring completely, how high would 50g travel when the spring is released.

Force= spring constant*extension

That is normally how you would do it.
 
that simple eh, hmmmm, and here i was googling around the net wasting my time, thanks, hope youre right
 
bucky1andonly said:
that simple eh, hmmmm, and here i was googling around the net wasting my time, thanks, hope youre right

It's called http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hooke%27s_law"
 
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