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This equation assumes a constant force?.Scott said:It a basic calculus term: "differential" or "delta". It indicates a change.
In this case, most likely a change as a function of time.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Differential_calculus
Austin Gibson said:This equation assumes a constant force?
The "d" in the work formula represents the displacement or distance traveled by an object. It is usually measured in meters (m) or feet (ft).
The "d" is important because it tells us the distance that an object has moved. This is a crucial factor in calculating the amount of work done on an object.
The "d" is directly related to the force (F) and the angle (θ) in the work formula. It is also indirectly related to the amount of work (W) done on an object.
If the "d" is zero, it means that there is no displacement or movement of the object. In this case, the work done on the object is also zero, since work is defined as force multiplied by distance.
Yes, the "d" in the work formula can be negative. This indicates that the object is moving in the opposite direction of the applied force. The negative sign is important in determining the direction of the work done on the object.