MathLiveElastic potential energy
Gives the energy stored in an elastic object, such as a spring, when it is stretched or compressed by a displacement from its equilibrium length. It follows from Hooke's law and is used in mechanics and energy problems.
U = \frac{1}{2} k \Delta x^2What the symbols mean
| elastic potential energy (J) | |
| spring constant or stiffness (N/m) | |
| displacement from the equilibrium position (m) |
About this formula
- FieldPhysics
- TopicMechanics and elasticity
- LevelHigh school
- Also calledspring potential energy, elastic energy, energy stored in a spring, Hooke's law energy, potential energy of a spring, spring energy formula
- SourceWikidata Q891408
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