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Work Calculator - Force × Distance
Free work calculator. Calculate work done by a force over a distance. Includes angle calculations for non-parallel forces.
Work Calculator
Calculate work done by force
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Work Calculator
Calculate the work done when a force moves an object. Work equals energy transferred to or from the object.
Work Formula
W = F × d × cos(θ)
W = work in Joules, F = force in Newtons, d = distance in meters, θ = angle between force and motion. When θ = 0°, W = F × d.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if force is perpendicular to motion?
When θ = 90°, cos(90°) = 0, so no work is done. The force doesn't contribute to motion in that direction.
What's the relationship between work and energy?
Work transfers energy. Positive work adds energy to a system; negative work removes it. Work = change in kinetic energy.
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