Elastic Potential Energy (EPE)

Elastic Potential Energy (EPE)

1. Form of potential energy

2. Energy Stored in Elastic Materials as the Result of Their Stretching or Compressing

3. EXAMPLES OF ENERGY STORED IN:

   • Rubber bands
   • Bungee Cords
   • Trampolines
   • Springs
     • Can store EPE due to either compression or stretching
     • Force IS required to compress spring;
     • more compression = more force to compress further
   • Arrow drawn into a bow

4. More Stretch, More Energy Stored

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