Return spring

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004823",
  "term": "Return spring",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A mechanical spring designed to restore a component to its original position after an external force has been removed. It stores potential energy when compressed or extended and releases it to move the component back. These springs are common in mechanisms like door hinges, throttle linkages, and valve assemblies.",
  "subject": "Mechanical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Rückstellfeder",
    "es": "muelle de retorno",
    "fr": "ressort de rappel"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/return-spring/"
}