Spring Constant of a Spring in a Shock Absorber?

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The discussion revolves around determining the spring constant of a spring used in a shock absorber, with a specific inquiry about whether a value of 288 N/m is appropriate. Participants are also exploring the graphical representation of the relationship between extension and elastic force in springs.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster attempts to ascertain the validity of a specific spring constant value and seeks additional resources. Another participant questions the graphical representation of the relationship between extension and elastic force, particularly regarding the line of best fit and its intersection with the origin.

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Participants are actively engaging with the concepts, with one providing clarification on the graphical representation. There is no explicit consensus yet, but guidance has been offered regarding the line of best fit in relation to the origin.

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What is the spring constant of a spring in a shock absorber? Also, does a spring constant of 288 N/m sound right for a regular spring such as the one attached?
 

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I can't seem to edit my post. If possible, I'll also need a citation or URL.
 
Also, one more thing (sorry :[), if I were to draw a graph of the relationship between the x value (on the x-axis), and the elastic force (on the y-axis) of a spring, and I was needed to draw a line of best fit, would it be more accurate to make sure the line of best fit passes through the origin? When x = 0, the force is also equal to 0.
 
If x means extension then x =0 usually means F =0.
So you should make the line pass through 0,0
You have the correct units for spring stiffness.
 

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