Mass Spring Chain

10-6. Longitudinal Pulse on a Chain of Masses and Springs

Figure 10-6. A longitudinal pulse propagating down a chain of masses connected by springs. Note the interchange of potential and kinetic energies between springs and masses. Kinetic energy is carried by a moving mass; potential energy is stored when a spring is compressed or extended.

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	Back to Animation Listing 10-6. Longitudinal Pulse on a Chain of Masses and Springs Figure 10-6. A longitudinal pulse propagating down a chain of masses connected by springs. Note the interchange of potential and kinetic energies between springs and masses. Kinetic energy is carried by a moving mass; potential energy is stored when a spring is compressed or extended. Back to Animation Listing © William J. Mullin