Simple Harmonic Motion of Vertical Springs definitions Flashcards

The point where the spring's restoring force balances the gravitational force on the mass.

The force exerted by a spring to return to its equilibrium position.

The force acting downward on the mass due to gravity.

A measure of a spring's stiffness, denoted as K, calculated using the equilibrium condition.

The additional displacement from equilibrium, representing the maximum extent of oscillation.

The repetitive up and down motion of the mass-spring system around the equilibrium position.

The additional length the spring stretches due to the attached mass, denoted as ΔL.

A system consisting of a mass attached to a spring, exhibiting oscillatory motion.

The highest point reached by the mass during oscillation, measured from the ceiling.

The initial length of the spring before any mass is attached.

The change in length of the spring from its original length due to an applied force.

A mass-spring system oriented vertically, influenced by gravitational force.

A mass-spring system oriented horizontally, without gravitational influence on equilibrium.

The state where the spring's force equals the gravitational force, expressed as KΔL = mg.

The distance the spring stretches to reach equilibrium when a mass is attached.