Question: A spring is used to stop a 200-lb package which is moving down a 20? incline. The spring has a constant k = 125 lb/in.
A spring is used to stop a 200-lb package which is moving down a 20? incline. The spring has a constant k = 125 lb/in. and is held by cables so that it is initially compressed 6 in. Knowing that the velocity of the package is 8 ft/s when it is 25 ft from the spring and neglecting friction, determine the maximum additional deformation of the spring in bringing the package to rest.

8 ft/s 200 lb 25 ft Cable 20
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