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Work Done Formula

Work done by a force is the product of the force, displacement, and the cosine of the angle between them.

Formula

W = F·d·cos(θ)

Discipline: Mechanics. Result unit: J.

Variables and units

  • W — Work (J): Work done
  • F — Force (N): Applied force
  • d — Displacement (m): Displacement of the object
  • θ — Angle (rad): Angle between force and displacement