Spring force

Definition

The spring force is the force exerted by a stretched or compressed spring. It is directly proportional to the displacement of the spring from its equilibrium position.

Related terms

Hooke's Law:

Hooke's Law states that the force exerted by a spring is directly proportional to its displacement from equilibrium.

Elastic Potential Energy:

Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in a stretched or compressed object, such as a spring.

Equilibrium Position: The equilibrium position of a spring is where there is no net force acting on it and it remains at rest.