5. Conclusion

5. Conclusions 

5.1 Practical Applications 

This knowledge of the difference in elastic constant in different combinations of springs can be used in society, such as pens, musical boxes and cars. Springs that are put inside these contraptions must have a specific elastic constant and having the right elastic constant is essential for the item to work properly. This knowledge can be used to find out which combination to put in a Belleville and disc spring (Babu, 2010)  where high capacity compression springs must fit in a small space. These springs are used to carry very large loads and can be arranged in series and parallel for their specific uses and characteristics.  Thus, this research can help determine whether to arrange the springs in series or parallel. Another example would be the coil-over springs in cars. These springs are primarily found in the front of the cars and play a huge role in maintaining the suspension of the car while providing the user with a smooth ride (Meineke,2017). They utilise parallel springs too and this experiment can be used to determine the combination type that is best suited to carry the load of each vehicle. this would then make for better cars that would provide smooth and relaxing rides while also improving the suspension of the car so that it would easier to control and would reduce tyre wear thus saving money too.

5.2 Areas for further study

We can further our knowledge of springs by doing an experiment studying the effect of spring wire thickness on the effective elastic constant. By doing this experiment, it will allow us to find out how it affects the elastic constant and paired up with our findings on the effects of combinations of springs on its effective elastic constants, it can be used to make better and more efficient springs suited to one's use. We can also try put different combinations like as shown in figure 5.2.1. By doing so, it would allow us to find the optimal combination for springs in different areas and

figure 5.2.1