3. A 0.8kg ball is launched into the air by a spring with k = 8000N/m that has been compressed by 0.07m. How fast is the ball moving when it is 0.5m above the spring? L W 0.5m
Simple harmonic motion
Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object undergoes oscillatory motion. The restoring force exerted by the object exhibiting SHM is proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. The force is directed towards the mean position. We see many examples of SHM around us, common ones are the motion of a pendulum, spring and vibration of strings in musical instruments, and so on.
Simple Pendulum
A simple pendulum comprises a heavy mass (called bob) attached to one end of the weightless and flexible string.
Oscillation
In Physics, oscillation means a repetitive motion that happens in a variation with respect to time. There is usually a central value, where the object would be at rest. Additionally, there are two or more positions between which the repetitive motion takes place. In mathematics, oscillations can also be described as vibrations. The most common examples of oscillation that is seen in daily lives include the alternating current (AC) or the motion of a moving pendulum.
![**Problem Statement:**
A 0.8 kg ball is launched into the air by a spring with \( k = 8000 \, \text{N/m} \) that has been compressed by 0.07 m. How fast is the ball moving when it is 0.5 m above the spring?
**Diagram:**
The diagram on the right shows a spring at the bottom with a ball placed on top of it. The ball's initial position is compressed on the spring. There is an arrow indicating the ball's trajectory upwards, reaching a point labeled 0.5 m above the spring.
**Table for Energy Calculations:**
The table is divided into four sections with headings:
- \( E_f \) (Final Energy)
- \( = \) (Indicating equality between initial and final energy)
- \( E_i \) (Initial Energy)
- \( + \) (Adding terms)
- \( W \) (Work done)
Each section is a blank space for completing energy calculations based on the given scenario, incorporating kinetic energy, potential energy, and work done by the spring.](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2Ff9150cb0-c0bc-425f-af9e-d612c3f65210%2F28c33bf0-a98c-4bf8-9381-d9e1a237d25d%2F305ijx_processed.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
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