Work by constant force (scalar form) (W = Fs cos θ)
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W = Fs cos θ
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| F | Magnitude of constant force (N) |
| W | Work done by the force (J) |
| s | Magnitude of displacement along the path (m) |
| \theta | Angle between force vector and displacement vector |
When to use this
Point particle or rigid body in translational motion; force constant in magnitude and direction over the displacement segment. θ is measured between F⃗ and s⃗.