Maintenance Practices M7.10 Flashcards
1
Q
What force does a compression spring resist
A
Compression
2
Q
What is a tension spring
A
Offers resistance to a pulling force
3
Q
What is major disadvantage of a tension spring
A
More susceptible to overloading due to having no stops
4
Q
What type of energy does a torsion spring store
A
Rotational energy
5
Q
What form does a compression spring store
A
Pushing energy
6
Q
What are the 2 methods of testing springs
A
- Load deflection test
- Static measurement test
7
Q
What spring test must be carried out in the lab by manufacturer
A
Load deflection test
