💪 Work Calculator
Calculate the mechanical work done when a force moves an object over a distance.
What This Calculator Does
This tool calculates mechanical work — the energy transferred when a force causes an object to move over a distance, such as pushing a box across a floor or lifting a weight.
The Formula
Work is calculated as W = F × d × cos(θ), where W is work in joules (J), F is the applied force in newtons, d is the distance moved in meters, and θ is the angle between the direction of the force and the direction of motion. When the force acts entirely in the direction of motion (θ = 0°), the formula simplifies to W = F × d.
Why It Matters
Work is a core concept in physics linking force, distance, and energy. If the force is perpendicular to the motion (θ = 90°), no work is done at all, since cos(90°) = 0. The calculator also estimates average power assuming the work is done over 10 seconds, since power is simply work divided by time.
- Results are for general educational and planning purposes.