Dampening of oscillatory motion

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The discussion focuses on establishing a quantitative relationship between the damping of a mass on a spring and time. Participants suggest exploring mathematical models related to single degree of freedom (SDOF) systems to understand this relationship better. A reference paper is provided for further reading on the subject. Additionally, searching for resources on free vibration of SDOF systems is recommended for deeper insights. Understanding these concepts is crucial for analyzing oscillatory motion in mechanical systems.
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Is there a quantitative relationship between dampening of a mass on a spring and time. I need some help on how to go about finding a mathematical relationship of dampening of a mass on a spring.

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