What would hapen to coefficent of spring if we cut it

In summary, when a spring is cut into two equal parts, each part will have a double coefficient. This means that in order to stretch the spring to the same length as before, it will need to be deformed twice as much. This can be explained by considering the spring constant and how it is affected by cutting the spring in half. The new spring constant becomes double because each half-spring stretches half as much and exerts half the force, resulting in a net effect of doubling the spring constant. The microscopic explanation for this phenomenon is related to the nature of the spring constant, and further research or resources may be needed to understand it in depth.
  • #1
reza
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what would hapen to coefficent of spring if we cut it into 2 equal parts?
 
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  • #2
And what will you do with the parts, exactly?
Each of the part will have a double coefficient.
To stretch it to the same length as before, you will need to deform it twice as much.
(deformation= (final length)/(initial length))
 
  • #3
lalbatros said:
Each of the part will have a double coefficient.
I want to know why it became double
 
  • #4
sorry for my bad English
i mean why it's coefficient become twice i want logic answer
i want to know why K1=2K2 (if k1 is the first spring and k2 is belong to other spring-the second one-)
 
  • #5
You can calculate the spring constant by considering k = F/x, where x is the amount the spring is stretched.

Imagine that you apply a force F to the full spring and it stretches an amount x. Now realize that the full spring is just two half-springs in series. How much does each half-spring stretch? What force does each half-spring exert? (Careful with that last question.)
 
  • #6
the stretch of each one x/2
and the forces are equal (F1=F2)
 
  • #7
In can be put mathematically like this. When you cut a spring in two equal halves then the value of spring cinstant doubles.
 
  • #8
reza said:
the stretch of each one x/2
and the forces are equal (F1=F2)
Exactly. Now calculate the new spring constant:
k' = Force/stretch = F/(x/2) = 2 F/x = 2k

Make sense?
 
  • #9
I understand and thank you so much
but i want to know it's microscopic answer i mean what is the nature of spring constant (a physical answer not a mathematical answer)
can you give me brif answer or guid me a source to found it out
thank you wvery much for your good answer again.
 

Related to What would hapen to coefficent of spring if we cut it

1. What is the coefficient of spring?

The coefficient of spring is a measure of the stiffness of a spring and is represented by the symbol k. It is a constant value that relates the amount of force required to compress or extend a spring to the distance it is compressed or extended.

2. How is the coefficient of spring calculated?

The coefficient of spring can be calculated by dividing the force applied to a spring by the distance it is compressed or extended. This can be represented by the equation k = F/x, where k is the coefficient of spring, F is the applied force, and x is the distance the spring is compressed or extended.

3. What happens to the coefficient of spring if we cut it?

If a spring is cut, the coefficient of spring will remain the same. This is because the stiffness of a spring is determined by its material and physical properties, not its length. However, cutting a spring may affect its overall length and therefore change the amount of force required to compress or extend it.

4. Will cutting a spring affect its spring constant?

No, cutting a spring will not affect its spring constant. The spring constant, or coefficient of spring, is a fundamental property of the spring and will remain the same regardless of its length or shape.

5. Can we change the coefficient of spring by altering its shape?

Yes, the coefficient of spring can be changed by altering the shape of the spring. This is because the stiffness of a spring is also affected by its shape, in addition to its material and physical properties. Changing the shape of a spring can change the amount of force required to compress or extend it and therefore change its coefficient of spring.

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