T = 2π√(m/k)

Definition

This equation represents the period (T) of an object undergoing simple harmonic motion on a mass-spring system. It relates the period with the mass (m) and the stiffness of the spring (k).

Related terms

Periodic Motion: Periodic motion refers to any type of motion that repeats itself at regular intervals, such as swinging back and forth on a swing.

Mass-Spring System: A mass-spring system consists of an object with mass attached to a spring, which allows for oscillatory motion.

Frequency:

Frequency is another way to describe periodic motion and is the reciprocal of the period. It represents the number of complete cycles or oscillations per unit time.