A block is released from rest at a height of above the top end of a vertical spring…
PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Work Energy and Power · Work Energy and Power
Problem
A 1.5kg block is released from rest at a height of 0.50m above the top end of a vertical spring fixed to the floor. The spring constant is 300Nm−1. Assuming no energy loss, calculate the maximum compression produced in the spring. Take g=9.8ms−2.