Hooke's Formula is a mathematical equation that describes the relationship between the force exerted on a spring and its resulting length. It states that the force applied to a spring is directly proportional to the change in length of the spring, assuming the material of the spring is linearly elastic.
The equation for Hooke's Formula is F = -kx, where F is the force applied to the spring, k is the spring constant, and x is the change in length of the spring.
Hooke's Formula is used in many real-world applications such as in springs for cars, mattresses, and trampolines. It is also used in the design of shock absorbers, pogo sticks, and other devices that rely on the elasticity of a spring to function.
Hooke's Formula is only valid for linearly elastic materials, meaning that the force and displacement must be within the elastic limit of the material. It also assumes that the spring is massless and that there is no friction or air resistance acting on the spring.
Temperature can affect Hooke's Formula as it can change the elasticity of the material. As temperature increases, the material may become less stiff and therefore the spring constant may change, altering the relationship between force and length according to Hooke's Formula.