Glossary · term
Mechanical work
Mechanics
- Aliases
- work done, work–energy
- Domain
- Mechanics
Definition
Force times the distance moved along it, in joules — only the component of force along the motion counts, so carrying a load on the level does none. It is what a heat engine delivers and what a pulley system conserves.
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