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A 1 lb weight is suspended from a spring. Let y give the deflection (in inches) of the weight from its static deflection position, where “up” is the positive direction for y. If the static deflection is 24 in, find a differential equation for y. Solve your equation and determine the period and frequency of the simple harmonic motion of the weight if it is set in motion.
I'm having a hard time starting, I don't know how to set up the differential equation. I assume that an initial position will be y(24) = 1, but I can't get past the initial assumptions.
Anything to help?
Thanks!
I'm having a hard time starting, I don't know how to set up the differential equation. I assume that an initial position will be y(24) = 1, but I can't get past the initial assumptions.
Anything to help?
Thanks!