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Work and Energy Calculator
Calculate mechanical work and power from force, distance, angle, and time.
Formula
Mechanical work
Work = force x distance x cos(angle); power = work / time
120 N over 10 m at 0 degrees gives 1,200 J.
FAQs
Why include angle?+
Only the force component along the movement direction does work.
What unit is power?+
Work in joules divided by seconds gives watts.
How does the Work and Energy Calculator calculate the result?+
It uses the Mechanical work: Work = force x distance x cos(angle); power = work / time. 120 N over 10 m at 0 degrees gives 1,200 J.
What information do I need to use the Work and Energy Calculator?+
Calculate mechanical work and power from force, distance, angle, and time.
How accurate is the Work and Energy Calculator?+
Work and Energy Calculator applies the formula and assumptions shown on this page. Results may be rounded for readability, so verify changing rates, thresholds, medical guidance, or legal rules with the cited source or a qualified professional.
What should I check before using the Work and Energy Calculator result?+
Check that the units, dates, rates, and assumptions match your situation. Change one input at a time to understand which values have the largest effect on the result.
Physics guide
How to use the Work and Energy Calculator
Calculate mechanical work and power from force, distance, angle, and time. The page also explains the mechanical work and shows a practical example: 120 N over 10 m at 0 degrees gives 1,200 J.
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Enter your details
Enter force, distance, angle, and time, then complete any other fields shown in the calculator.
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Check the calculation
Review the result alongside the mechanical work: Work = force x distance x cos(angle); power = work / time.
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Compare scenarios
Change one or more inputs to see how they affect the work and Energy Calculator result before you use the estimate.
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