Springs Flashcards
1
Q
Hooke’s Law
A
The extension is proportional to the force applied provided the limit of proportionality is not exceeded
2
Q
Elastic Deformation
A
A reversible change in the shape of an object due to a compressive or tensile force; removal of stress or force will return the object to its original shape
3
Q
Plastic Deformation
A
An irreversible change in the shape of an object due to a compressive or tensile force; removal of the stress or force will not return the object to its original shape
4
Q
Force Constant
A
The amount of force required to produce an extension of one metre (when using SI units)
5
Q
Extension
A
The difference between the length when under load and the original length
