Quiz on Aircraft Maintenance: Springs

What is the primary function of a spring in mechanical systems?

• To increase speed

• To reduce weight

• To create friction

• To store energy

Which type of spring is designed to be compressed?

• Compression spring

• Flat spring

• Torsion spring

• Tensile spring

What is the term for the length of a spring when no load is applied?

• Inactive length

• Free length

• Active length

• Solid length

Which material is commonly used for high fatigue stress applications in springs?

• Stainless steel

• Oil-tempered spring wire

• Copper alloy

• Hard-drawn spring wire

What type of spring is used to return a torque?

• Flat spring

• Torsion spring

• Tensile spring

• Compression spring

What is the main characteristic of a volute spring?

• Used in watches

• Made of wire

• Flat design

• Closed structure

Which type of spring is often used as a buffer to absorb shocks?

• Flat spring

• Torsion spring

• Tensile spring

• Conical coiled compression spring

What is the purpose of a Belleville washer?

• To absorb energy

• To provide electrical conductivity

• To create tension

• To act as a compression spring

What is the main advantage of wave springs over helical springs?

• Higher strength

• Lower cost

• Reduced operating height

• Easier to manufacture

Which type of spring is commonly used in vehicle suspensions?

• Tensile spring

• Torsion bar

• Flat spring

• Compression spring