Webbd050 said:How do you calculate the energy stored in a power spring? For a uni project one of my concepts is a KERS which stores the cars kinetic energy in a power spring. under braking a shaft connected to the cars drive train is engaged which is connected to a few power springs as shown here http://www.spiroflex.com/pdfs/Mtr_spr_A_B_eng.pdf when the shaft rotates it coils the springs around it. How can i calculate the energy stored and torque output?
A power spring is a coiled piece of metal, usually made of steel, that stores mechanical energy when it is wound up or compressed. This energy can then be released to power a device or perform work.
The energy stored in a power spring can be calculated using the formula: E = 1/2 * k * x^2, where E is the energy stored, k is the spring constant, and x is the distance the spring is compressed or wound up.
The amount of energy stored in a power spring is affected by the material and thickness of the spring, the number of coils, the diameter of the coils, and the amount of compression or winding.
Yes, the energy stored in a power spring can be increased by increasing the spring constant, increasing the distance it is compressed or wound up, or using a material with a higher elasticity.
The energy stored in a power spring is commonly used in devices such as watches, toys, and tools to provide a source of mechanical energy. When the spring is released, it can power movement or perform work.