Work Calculator
Calculate mechanical work using W = Fd cos(θ). Enter force, distance, and angle to find the work done.
How to Use the Work Calculator
- Enter the applied force in newtons.
- Enter the distance over which the force acts in meters.
- Enter the angle between the force and displacement direction (0° if aligned).
Riferimento Rapido
| Da | A |
|---|---|
| Lifting 10 kg by 1 m | 98.1 J |
| Pushing 50 N over 10 m (0°) | 500 J |
| Pushing 50 N over 10 m (60°) | 250 J |
| 1 kJ | 1,000 J |
| 1 calorie | 4.184 J |
Casi d'Uso
- •Calculating energy expenditure in physics problems.
- •Engineering analysis of machines and mechanisms.
- •Determining work done on inclined planes.
Formula
W = F × d × cos(θ), where W is work (J), F is force (N), d is distance (m), and θ is the angle between force and displacement.
Domande Frequenti
What is mechanical work?
Work is the energy transferred when a force moves an object over a distance. It equals the force component along the direction of displacement times the distance.
When is work zero?
Work is zero when the force is perpendicular to displacement (θ = 90°), or when there is no displacement.
Is this calculator free?
Yes, all OhMyCalc calculators are completely free.