Physics and mechanical engineering · Energy
Spring potential energy
Calculate elastic potential energy stored in an ideal linear spring.
Method and scope
U = ½kx².
Use spring potential energy for educational calculation or a clearly scoped arithmetic estimate. Intended for Learners, General educational use.
Inputs- Spring stiffness — N/m
- Extension or compression — m, cm, mm, in
SOURCE AND LIMITS
Assumptions: The spring follows a linear force-displacement relation. Displacement is from the spring’s relaxed equilibrium.
Limitations: A real spring can be nonlinear and can lose energy through damping.
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