MATLAB Question:

In Finite Element, the one dimensional Springs Element are said to be connected "in series" if the same forces passes through each and "in parallel" if the same displacement is applied across each. The equivalent stiffness constant for each model can be obtained as: In Parallel: K_eq = K_1 + K_2 + K_3 + ... + K_n In Series: 1/K_eq = 1/K_1 + 1/K_2 + 1/K_3 + ... + 1/K_n Write an M-File that prompts the user for the type of connection (Series or Parallel) and the number of springs n and then computes the Equivalent Spring stiffness k_e