mechanical oscillators

Mechanical oscillators are devices or systems that experience repetitive, back-and-forth motion around an equilibrium point. They store energy temporarily in moving parts such as springs or pendulums, which causes the system to swing or oscillate continuously until energy is dissipated (like through friction). Examples include a pendulum, a mass on a spring, or a tuning fork. These oscillations are characterized by a specific frequency, determined by factors like mass and spring stiffness or length. Mechanical oscillators are fundamental in timekeeping, engineering, and seismic studies, helping us understand and harness periodic motion.