Spring Design :How to achive a given spring constant k

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To achieve a specific spring constant, the formula k = (Gd^4)/(8D^3na) is used, where G is the shear modulus derived from the material's elastic modulus (E) and Poisson ratio (v). The user seeks resources for obtaining E and v values for various materials and is particularly interested in achieving a shear modulus of 81400 N/mm². Recommendations for suitable materials or combinations for designing the spring are requested. The discussion emphasizes the need for both theoretical understanding and practical material selection in spring design. Additional resources or URLs for material properties and spring design calculations are sought.
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Dear experts,

I would like to know the formula to achive a given spring constant
for example 10.90 N/m. or is there any url where I can
get the source code, which can take the spring constant
as input and provide the different options/ parameters
to achive the same. Please execuse me if, it is a very basic question.

Many Thanks in advance!

-Electron
 
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By "formula" do you mean a recipe for making such a spring?

Or are you asking for a mathematical formula for relating force to displacement through a spring constant, e.g., http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hooke%27s_law" ?
 
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Sir, Thanks a lot for the responce. I understood that


spring constant k = (Gd4)/(8D3 na)

and where G is found from the material's elastic modulus E and Poisson ratio v,

G = E/2(1+v)

and can you please advice where I can get the E and v values of materials and where I can find more details in this reagrd.

If I want to achieve the G some 81400 N/mm2, which is the best meterial to opt to design my spring. or is that I need to option for combination of certail meterial.

Many Thanks
 
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