How does it work?
Mechanical Energy enables an object to apply a force to another object in order to cause it to be displaced.
3 interesting facts about mechanical energy
-Machines such as steam engines can convert mechanical energy into other forms of energy.
-When an object loses mechanical energy, it gains or increases in temperature.
-A wreaking ball, sound, and a bird all contain mechanical energy.
Advantages/Disadvantages of Mechanical Energy
Advantages
Disadvantages
Mechanical energy helps humans perform manual tasks in an efficient manner.
Machines and equipment require maintenance to keep the in working order.
Machines can lift heavy objects.
Transmitting mechanical power over long distances is inefficient