The work done by a constant force (F) is: [math]W=Fd[/math] If we plot the force as a function of displacement (x), we get So the work done is equal to the area under the force-displacement graph. read more
Elastic potential energy is Potential energy stored as a result of deformation of an elastic object, such as the stretching of a spring. It is equal to the work done to stretch the spring, which depends upon the spring constant k as well as the distance stretched. read more
Elastic potential energy is energy stored as a result of applying a force to deform an elastic object. The energy is stored until the force is removed and the object springs back to its original shape, doing work in the process. read more