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Mass Spring Vibration - Kluster 2 - Emd4m2c
Mass Spring Vibration - Kluster 2 - Emd4m2c
Mass Spring Vibration - Kluster 2 - Emd4m2c
Program : CEEM222
Course Title : APPLIED MECHANICS LAB
Course Code : MEC424
Instructor : PN. NURUL SYUHADAH BINTI KHUSAINI
LABORATORY REPORT
Members:
1. NOR FATYMA AINA BINTI FOUZI 2022490286
2. NUR ADIBAH BINTI ZAKARIA 2022478502
3. NUR AMIRAH BINTI MOHD RASHIDI
2023185445
4. NUR ASYIQIN BINTI SANUSI
2022495422
Marking Scheme
No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Total
1.0 ABSTRACT
Comprehending mass-spring systems is essential for comprehending mechanical
vibrations and their uses in diverse engineering domains. An overview of an experiment
done to examine the dynamics and vibrational behaviour of a mass-spring system is
given in this abstract.
A simple mass-spring system was constructed for this experiment, with a mass
suspended from a spring that was securely secured to a stationary support. The primary
objective was to ascertain the response of the system to different parameters, such as
mass, spring constant, and initial displacement, and to investigate the relationship
between these variables and the resulting vibrations.
To monitor changes in the system's behaviour, the experimental design involved
adjusting the object's mass, the stiffness of the spring, and the initial deviation from
equilibrium. The mass-spring system was energized by the displacement of the mass
from its equilibrium position and its subsequent release, allowing it to oscillate freely.
The oscillations were recorded with multiple sensors and data collection instruments.
The results of the experiment lead to several significant deductions. It was
discovered that the natural frequency of the mass-spring system increased with a drop
in mass and an increase in spring constant. The initial displacement and any damping
effects present throughout the system also affected the oscillations' magnitude. The
study also demonstrated that the system exhibited harmonic motion and that Hooke's
Law and Newton's Second Law of Motion's definitions of simple harmonic motion were
closely met by the system's behaviour.
Understanding mass-spring dynamics has many practical applications, such as
building suspension systems for cars, assessing vibrations in structures, and constructing
mechanical systems that exhibit desirable oscillatory behaviour. This work provided
important information about these applications and set the foundation for future research
on vibration phenomena.
In conclusion, the mass-spring systems experiment provided insightful
information on the fundamental concepts behind mechanical vibrations and their
applicability to actual engineering challenges. The research advances our knowledge of
the dynamic behavior of mass-spring systems and may be used to build and analyze
systems where stability and vibration control are important considerations.
2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 ABSTRACT.............................................................................................................................. 2
2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................... 3
3.0 LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................. 4
4.0 LIST OF TABLES .................................................................................................................... 4
5.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 5
6.0 THEORY .................................................................................................................................. 5
7.0 APPARATUS & PROCEDURE ............................................................................................... 7
A: To determine the spring Constant K......................................................................................... 7
B: To determine natural frequency................................................................................................ 8
8.0 RESULTS ................................................................................................................................. 9
9.0 DISCUSSION ......................................................................................................................... 13
9.1 NOR FATYMA AINA BINTI FOUZI (2022490286) ........................................... 13
9.2 NUR ADIBAH BINTI ZAKARIA (2022478502) ................................................. 13
9.3 NUR AMIRAH BINTI MOHD RASHIDI (2023185445)...................................... 14
9.4 NUR ASYIQIN BINTI SANUSI (2022495422) .................................................... 15
10.0 CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................................... 17
10.1 NOR FATYMA AINA BINTI FOUZI (2022490286)....................................... 17
10.2 NUR ADIBAH BINTI ZAKARIA (2022478502)............................................. 17
10.3 NUR AMIRAH BINTI MOHD RASHIDI (2023185445)................................. 18
10.4 NUR ASYIQIN BINTI SANUSI (2022495422 ................................................ 18
11.0 REFERENCES ....................................................................................................................... 19
12.0 APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................ 20
3.0 LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Undampened free vibration ................................................................................................... 5
Figure 2:Vibration apparatus ................................................................................................................ 7
Figure 3: Chart paper in guide roller ..................................................................................................... 7
Figure 4: Weights ................................................................................................................................. 8
Figure 5: Carriage ................................................................................................................................. 8
Figure 6: Graph of load extension on the spring ................................................................................... 9
Figure 7: Graph of Load (N) vs Extension (mm) .................................................................................. 9
Figure 8: Graph of spring constant...................................................................................................... 20
Figure 9:Graph of natural frequency with 1.25 kg mass. .................................................................... 20
Figure 10:Graph of natural frequency with 3.25 kg mass. .................................................................. 20
Figure 11:Graph of natural frequency with 5.25 kg mass ................................................................... 21
Figure 12:Graph of natural frequency with 7.25 kg mass. .................................................................. 21
Figure 13:Graph of natural frequency with 9.25 kg mass. .................................................................. 21
Figure 14:Graph of natural frequency with 11.25 kg mass ................................................................. 21
6.0 THEORY
A vibration is the periodic motion of the body or system of connected bodies
displaced from a position of equilibrium. The simplest type of vibrating motion is
undamped free vibration as shown in the Figure 1.
Hooke's Law can be used to determine the spring stiffness. When a force is given to an
elastic object, it will deform either by compression or tension. According to Hooke's
law, the deformation's displacement and the deforming force are exactly proportionate.
As a result, the force applied to the spring was proportionate to the amount that the
spring deviated from equilibrium. In terms of math:
When the block is in equilibrium and the spring is applying an upward force of
F=W=mg, the natural frequency may be found. As a result of the block being moved
below its starting position, the spring force's magnitude becomes,
Figure 4: Weights
Figure 5: Carriage
8.0 RESULTS
1 2 19.62 33 13
2 4 39.24 45 25
3 6 58.86 57 37
4 8 78.48 69 49
5 10 98.1 81 61
Table 1: Deflection of weights results
When m = 2, F = mg
= 1.25 ✕ 9.81
= 12.26 N
19.62
=
13
=1.51
4. To find percentage error
= 11.7%
Mass (kg) Total Mass (kg) Length of 10 Natural frequency, 𝜔𝜔𝑛𝑛 (rad/s)
complete cycle (mm)
Theoretical Experimental
1.25 1.25 29 36.98 34.67
2 3.25 45 22.94 22.34
4 5.25 59 18.05 17.04
6 7.25 66 15.38 15.23
8 9.25 76 13.60 13.22
10 11.25 91 12.33 13.81
Table 3: Percentage error (%)
Theoretical Experimental
ii)................................................................................................................................... T
o determine natural frequency, ωn
2. Experimental value
i) To determine period, T
ii) ................................................................................................................................... T
o determine frequency, f
iii).................................................................................................................................. T
o determine natural frequency, ωn
3. Percentage error
9.0 DISCUSSION
9.1 NOR FATYMA AINA BINTI FOUZI (2022490286)
Throughout this experiment, our group has observed several intriguing aspects
worth discussing. First and foremost, we delved into the necessity of conducting a free
vibration analysis. This approach is crucial to eliminate external interferences during
computation, ensuring the most accurate estimation of the natural frequency. As we
know, various factors come into play within a system, ranging from furniture like
chairs, tables, wardrobes, and televisions in a household, each with its own distinct
natural frequencies. Therefore, obtaining precise measurements of a house's natural
frequency proves challenging and time-consuming. By employing the free vibration
method, the damping effect is minimized, and only the system's mass and spring
stiffness influence its behavior. Since the system moves solely up and down,
calculations become simpler as the spring elongation and weight movement occur along
the same axis. In the absence of external forces and damping effects, the equation
simplifies to ω² = k/m. However, it's important to note that this equation applies
exclusively to systems operating in free vibration, not forced vibration.
In this experiment, our group determined the spring constant of stiffness and the
natural frequency of the system under varying weights. As additional weights were
added, exerting more force on the system, elongation increased accordingly. The
theoretical spring constant value was calculated as 1.71 N/mm, while the actual value
measured stood at 1.51 N/mm, resulting in a percentage deviation of 11.7%, indicating
a reliable outcome for the first objective. Subsequently, the natural frequency was
computed, yielding a theoretical value of 22.94 rad/s and an experimental value of
22.34 rad/s. Given the error margin of less than 10%, the result is deemed satisfactory.
9.2 NUR ADIBAH BINTI ZAKARIA (2022478502)
The spring constant, k, was determined using the first of the two data sets from
this experiment, which is called data 1. For this set of data, the experiment would
comprise five cycles with a two-kilogram mass increase.In this exercise, pupils tried to
decrease the impact of weight and carriage on the extension.. The objective is to find
the spring constant, k, as the mass and stiffness of the system will be related to the
vibration system model. The purpose of completing five cycles is to ascertain the
precision required to establish the spring constant, k. This value will subsequently be
utilized to ascertain natural frequency, as detailed in data 2. The percentage error of the
spring constant, k, according to the data gathered by the students is 4.39%. Because the
spring twisted somewhat from its original shape during the experiment, the students
came to the conclusion that the spring was the source of the error. Maybe other
organizations have taken advantage of the previous spring.
The experiment for data 2 was designed to find the angular natural frequency of
the system. We conducted the experiment in free mode in order to determine the
approximate real value of natural frequency, or the natural frequency of the system in
the absence of any additional disturbances (except the initial disturbance) from external
pressures or vibrations. It is essential to understand a system's inherent frequency in its
free state since this free vibration can be a valuable tool in figuring out the frequency
(fx), presuming that is the frequency at which the system would experience resonance.
To make it simpler for the student to determine the result, the experiment was conducted
with a single degree of freedom, ignoring the effect of gravity and assuming no energy
loss. The results showed that different masses were used in each of the five experiment
cycles, producing different natural frequencies. The mass of the system increases with
decreasing natural frequency. The natural angular frequency mathematical computation
is used to illustrate it. ωn = √k/m. The mass, m, is inversely proportional to the angular
natural frequency, n. The system will oscillate much more slowly with greater mass.
The claim demonstrates further how mass and spring stiffness affect the vibration
system model. These three elements were therefore ultimately essential for vibration
analysis.
At the end of the computation, we will compute the average reading of the same
oscillations in order to obtain the experimental value of the spring constant (k). The
spring constant (k), which is 1.635 N/mm from the experiment, may be computed using
the graph's gradient 1.71. The spring constant has a theoretical value of N/mm.
Consequently, the error percentage is 4.39%. Even with a few glitches, the experiment
worked well. The purpose of the experiment for data 2 was to determine the angular
natural frequency of the system. The experiment was conducted in free mode in order to get
an estimated true value of natural frequency, or the natural frequency of the system when there
is no additional disruption (initial disturbance is excluded) of any vibration or external forces.
It is critical to understand a system's natural frequency in its free state because
if we need to discover at what frequency (assume labelled as fx) the system would
experience resonance, then this free vibration is incredibly valuable in calculating the
frequency, fx. To make it easier for the student to identify the outcome, the experiment
was carried out with a single degree of freedom, disregarding the effect of gravity and
assuming no energy loss. The findings demonstrated that distinct natural frequencies
were produced by the five cycles of the experiment using various masses. The system's
inherent frequency decreases with increasing mass. Mathematically, it is demonstrated
using the natural angular frequency calculation. After computing the natural frequency, we
find a theoretical value of 22.94 rad/s and an experimental result of 22.34 rad/s. The result is
reliable since the margin of error is smaller than 10%.
10.0 CONCLUSION
10.1 NOR FATYMA AINA BINTI FOUZI (2022490286)
During this experiment, our group developed a solid understanding of free
vibration phenomena. We have recognized the significance of mass and spring stiffness,
deepening our awareness of spontaneous vibration phenomena occurring without
external disturbances. Our team effectively achieved the experiment's objectives,
determining the spring stiffness value along with the error margin. The minimal error
observed can be attributed to the proper execution of the experiment. However, as
engineering students, we must carefully investigate why the results were not perfectly
accurate, potentially considering issues with the spring itself.
We encountered some discrepancies in our data, possibly due to the spring being
used extensively by other students, causing its spring constant to deviate slightly from
the theoretical value. This is evident from the 4.39% discrepancy in the spring constant.
Additionally, environmental factors such as temperature and air resistance might have
had a minor impact on the experiment's outcomes. Nevertheless, our team successfully
achieved the secondary objective with an error margin of less than 10%. Ultimately,
this experiment has significantly enhanced our understanding of natural frequency and
vibration phenomena. By grasping the fundamental concept of natural frequency, we
aim to tackle more complex challenges involving natural frequency and vibrations in
the future.
10.2 NUR ADIBAH BINTI ZAKARIA (2022478502)
In conclusion, the mass-spring vibration experiment produced several important
revelations. First, it illustrated the basic connection between an object's mass and the
oscillation frequency-dependent stiffness of the spring. The frequency of oscillation
decreased with increasing mass, but greater spring stiffness resulted in a higher
frequency. Second, the idea of resonance was discussed, showing how a system
oscillates at its native frequency with greatest amplitude. It was found that damping,
whether from air resistance or other causes, affected the system's behaviour, changing
the oscillations' amplitude and rate of decay. The experiment also demonstrated how
energy is transferred from potential to kinetic forms during oscillation, emphasizing
critical points where energy is mostly present in one form or another. The ability of
mathematical models to describe the observed behaviour, such as damped harmonic
motion and simple harmonic motion, was assessed. Lastly, the useful uses of mass-
spring systems in disciplines like physics and mechanical engineering were covered. It
highlighted how important these systems are for creating vibration isolation systems,
shock absorbers, and comprehending concepts like atomic bonds and seismic waves.
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Earned Assessment
Element Members
Self
1 2 3 4
I was ready to work with my team 5 5 3 5
I did my assigned work well and always on time 5 5 3 5
I was fair to my teammates and myself 5 5 3 5
I listened to others appreciatively and was supportive 5 5 5 5
I was very committed and focused in my team 5 5 3 5
I put extra efforts to finish or accomplish our task 5 5 3 5
I encouraged others in my team and was helpful 5 5 1 5
I managed and coordinated team efforts effectively 5 5 1 5
I was able to lead discussions and provide solutions 5 5 3 5
Overall, I was very satisfied and enjoyed my work 5 5 3 5
Total 50 50 30 50
Comment
Self: Good job and nice contribution
Earned Assessment
Element Members
Self
1 2 3 4
I was ready to work with my team 5 3 3 3
I did my assigned work well and always on time 5 3 3 3
I was fair to my teammates and myself 5 3 3 3
I listened to others appreciatively and was supportive 5 5 5 5
I was very committed and focused in my team 5 3 3 3
I put extra efforts to finish or accomplish our task 5 3 3 3
I encouraged others in my team and was helpful 5 1 1 1
I managed and coordinated team efforts effectively 5 1 1 1
I was able to lead discussions and provide solutions 5 3 3 3
Overall, I was very satisfied and enjoyed my work 5 3 3 3
Total 50 30 30 30
Comment
Self: Good job and nice contribution
Earned Assessment
Element Members
Self
1 2 3 4
I was ready to work with my team 5 5 5 3
I did my assigned work well and always on time 5 5 5 3
I was fair to my teammates and myself 5 5 5 3
I listened to others appreciatively and was supportive 5 5 5 5
I was very committed and focused in my team 5 5 5 3
I put extra efforts to finish or accomplish our task 5 5 5 3
I encouraged others in my team and was helpful 5 5 5 1
I managed and coordinated team efforts effectively 5 5 5 1
I was able to lead discussions and provide solutions 5 5 5 3
Overall, I was very satisfied and enjoyed my work 5 5 5 3
Total 50 50 50 30
Comment
Self: Good job and nice contribution