The Spring Potential Energy of a Trampoline

Understanding Spring Potential Energy Calculation:

Spring Potential Energy Calculation Formula:

The spring potential energy 'U' of the trampoline can be calculated using Hooke's Law for elastic potential energy.

The formula to find the spring potential energy is: U = ½ kx²

Calculating the Spring Potential Energy:

Given parameters:

Mass of the bowling ball (m) = 20kg

Spring constant (k) = 2000 N/m

Displacement from equilibrium (x) = 0.5 m

Using the formula:

U = ½ (2000 N/m)(0.5 m)²

U = ½ (2000)(0.25)

U = ½ (500)

U = 250 Joules

Therefore, the spring potential energy of the trampoline with these given parameters is 250 Joules.