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24 August, 19:32

To stretch a certain nonlinear spring by an amount x requires a force F given by F = 40 x - 6 x 2, where F is in Newtons and x is in meters. What is the change in potential energy ∆U when the spring is stretched 2 meters from its equilibrium position?

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  1. 24 August, 19:54
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    90 J

    Explanation:

    Change in potential energy when the spring is stretched

    ΔU = ∫[ (F) dx] ... Equation 1

    Where F = 40x-6x²

    Substitute into equation 1

    ΔU = ∫[40x-6x²]

    ΔU = [40x²/2 + 6x³/3 + C]

    ΔU = [20x²+2x³ + C]

    If the spring is stretch from x = 0m to x = 2m

    ΔU = [20*2²+2*2³+C]-[20*0²+2*0³+C]

    ΔU = [80+16+C]-[C]

    ΔU = 90 J.

    Hence the change in potential energy of the spring = 90 J
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