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Conical spring 3

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EngJW

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Feb 25, 2003
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I understand how to design a compression spring and I have the equations. Could someone explain the procedure for designing a conical or tapered spring such as used in some modern engines to save space. Equations would be appreciated, or even a link.

Thanks,
John Woodward
 
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jlwoodward,

Try this thread, from way back.....


Permenant set of helical compression spring

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cheers Speedy

"Tell a man there are 300 billion stars in the universe and he'll believe you. Tell him a bench has wet paint on it and he'll have to touch to be sure."
 
Sorry, this was the one I meant to post.

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thread404-35191 Speedy

"Tell a man there are 300 billion stars in the universe and he'll believe you. Tell him a bench has wet paint on it and he'll have to touch to be sure."
 
John, I have a technical article and equations for conical springs from a 1968 Machine Design. I see no copyright on the article and can fax it to you. If you want it send me a note at dave.mohler@saia-burgess-inc.com. I have written a computer program around it which seems to work fairly well.
Regards,
Dave
 
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