Elastic Energy Calculator
Calculate elastic potential energy using E = ½kx². Enter spring constant and displacement.
How to Use the Elastic Energy Calculator
- Enter the spring constant in N/m.
- Enter the displacement (compression or extension) in meters.
- Click Calculate to find the stored elastic energy.
Quick Reference
| From | To |
|---|---|
| k=100 N/m, x=0.1 m | 0.5 J |
| k=500 N/m, x=0.05 m | 0.625 J |
| k=1000 N/m, x=0.2 m | 20 J |
| k=200 N/m, x=0.5 m | 25 J |
Use Cases
- •Designing spring mechanisms in engineering.
- •Calculating energy in shock absorbers.
- •Physics problems on Hooke's law and energy.
Formula
E = ½ × k × x², where E is elastic energy (J), k is the spring constant (N/m), and x is displacement (m).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is elastic potential energy?
It is the energy stored in an elastic object, like a spring, when it is compressed or stretched by a distance x.
What is a spring constant?
The spring constant k (in N/m) measures a spring's stiffness. A higher k means a stiffer spring.
Is this calculator free?
Yes, all OhMyCalc calculators are completely free.