Estimate the values of the spring constant

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The suspension system of a 1800 kg automobile "sags" 14 cm when the chassis is placed on it. Also, the oscillation amplitude decreases by 55% each cycle. Estimate the values of

(a) the spring constant k and

(b) the damping constant b for the spring and shock absorber system of one wheel, assuming each wheel supports 450 kg.

Reference no: EM13320728

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