The Spring Potential Energy of a Trampoline
Understanding Spring Potential Energy Calculation:
Spring Potential Energy Calculation Formula:
The spring potential energy 'U' of the trampoline can be calculated using Hooke's Law for elastic potential energy.
The formula to find the spring potential energy is: U = ½ kx²
Calculating the Spring Potential Energy:
Given parameters:
Mass of the bowling ball (m) = 20kg
Spring constant (k) = 2000 N/m
Displacement from equilibrium (x) = 0.5 m
Using the formula:
U = ½ (2000 N/m)(0.5 m)²
U = ½ (2000)(0.25)
U = ½ (500)
U = 250 Joules
Therefore, the spring potential energy of the trampoline with these given parameters is 250 Joules.