Angular Force, Work, Torque, & Power Explained

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Work is defined as the product of force and distance (W = F * d), and this concept extends to torque, which is calculated as torque (T) equals force (F) multiplied by the arm length (l). Angular motion is influenced by force and power, with angular work expressed as W = T * θ, where θ is the angle in radians. Power in angular terms is represented as P = T * ω, where ω is the angular velocity. The discussion emphasizes that linear and angular concepts in physics have corresponding relationships, reinforcing the idea that work and power can be understood in both contexts. The conversation also touches on the challenges of understanding these concepts in an educational setting.
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Ok if something is affected by a force over a distance work is being done on the something, W = F * d

what about torques?

is something moving with an angular velocity affected by a force, effected by power? Or is it called something else?
T = F * l (armlength)
W = F * l * d
P = F * l * w (angular velocity?

Not too familiar with English physics but still, should be understandable.
 
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Work has angular counterparts to the linear concepts just like many other kinematics ideas.

W = F*d = T \theta

P = F*V = T \omega
 
FredGarvin said:
Work has angular counterparts to the linear concepts just like many other kinematics ideas.

W = F*d = T \theta

P = F*V = T \omega
I knew it, thanks :)

Some dude made fun of me in class for using that and even the teacher questioned it, silly people.
 
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