Is force times acceleration equal to power?

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Start date Mar 10, 2012
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Power is defined as energy per time, which translates to work done per time. The discussion explores the relationship between power, force, and acceleration, confirming that power can be expressed as force multiplied by acceleration, adjusted by a constant. The equation also relates power to mean piston speed and rate of rotation in mechanical systems. The participants clarify the concepts, leading to a consensus on the correct formulation. Understanding these relationships is crucial for applications in physics and engineering.

Mar 10, 2012

renjith_p

power = p(max)*Area*mean piston speed*rate of rotation*constant
power = p(max)*Area*acceleration*constant
power = force*acceleration*constant

Is this right?

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Mar 10, 2012

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hi renjith_p!

i'm not following that

power = energy per time = work done per time

= force "dot" distance per time

= force "dot" velocity

Mar 10, 2012

renjith_p

Oops! that was so stupid of me :) You're right.

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