Physics & Engineering
Work by a Variable Force Calculator
Calculate the work done by a linearly varying (spring-like) force over a displacement.
Your inputs
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Work done
4 J
Force at final displacement
40 N
Force constant
200 N/m
Displacement
0.2 m
Formula and working
W = ½kx²
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Collect the inputs
Force constant (k) = 200 N/m; Displacement (x) = 0.2 m
- 2
Apply the formula
W = ½kx²
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Result
Work done = 4 J
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