Understand and calculate the total mechanical energy of any object with our easy-to-use online calculator. Simply input mass, velocity, height, and gravity to determine kinetic, potential, and total energy instantly. Ideal for students, educators, and professionals in physics and engineering.
Formula:
The total mechanical energy (E) of an object is the sum of its kinetic energy (KE) and potential energy (PE).
Kinetic Energy (KE) = ½ × m × v2
Potential Energy (PE) = m × g × h
Therefore, Total Energy (E) = KE + PE = ½ × m × v2 + m × g × h
Where:
- m = mass of the object (in kilograms)
- v = velocity of the object (in meters per second)
- g = acceleration due to gravity (in meters per second squared)
- h = height of the object above a reference point (in meters)