How to Use the Work Calculator
- Enter the force applied on the object in Newtons (N)
- Enter the distance the object is moved in meters (m)
- Enter the angle between the force and the direction of movement in degrees (0-90)
- Click the "Calculate" button to compute the work done
- The result will be displayed in Joules (J)
Work Calculation Formula
Work is calculated using the formula:
Work = Force × Distance × cos(θ)
Where:
- Work is the energy transferred to an object by a force causing its displacement
- Force is the push or pull applied to the object
- Distance is the displacement of the object in the direction of the force
- θ (theta) is the angle between the force vector and the displacement vector
Example
If you push a box with a force of 10 N for a distance of 5 m at an angle of 30 degrees to the direction of movement, the work done is:
Work = 10 N × 5 m × cos(30°) = 50 N·m × 0.866 = 43.3 J
Practical Applications
This calculator is useful in physics and engineering for:
- Calculating work done in mechanical systems
- Understanding energy transfer in various processes
- Designing efficient machines and systems