7.10 Flashcards
What are the four types of springs
Compression
Extension
Torsion
Wireform
What does a compression spring offer
Stores energy in push mode
Offers resistance to a compressible force axially
What does an extension spring offer
Offers resistance to a pulling force
What is a disadvantage of an extension spring
Doesn’t have a solid stop so it goes last it’s limit which means it may overload
What does a torsion spring offer
Stores rotational energy
What does a wireform spring offer
Round wire bent to any application
What are the two methods of testing springs
Static measure test
Load deflection test
Who can carry out a static measurement test
We can
Who can carry out a load deflection test
Specialists
What should you do if a spring has any deflects
Replace it
What law do springs operate with
Hookes law
