What is the Work Calculator?
Calculate the work done by a force acting over a distance.
Enter force, distance and angle between force and motion and the Work Calculator returns work done. Results update as you type, and nothing you enter leaves your device.
How it is calculated
W = F × d × cos θ
How to use it
- Enter force in N.
- Enter distance in m.
- Enter angle between force and motion in °.
- Read work done in the results panel. It updates as you type.
- Change any value to compare scenarios, or use Share to send the result as a link.
Worked example
Common questions
What formula does the Work Calculator use?
It uses: W = F × d × cos θ.
What do I need to use the Work Calculator?
You need force, distance and angle between force and motion. Sensible starting values are filled in so you can see how it works straight away.
Is the Work Calculator free, and is my data stored?
It is free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser, so the values you enter are not sent to or stored on our server.