Power Exerted on a Rotating Object
Torque is a rotational force. Torque acting through a rotational distance over time creates power.
Rotational power equals the torque times the angular velocity.
Formula
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| symbol | description | physical quantity |
|---|---|---|
| P | rotational power | "Power" |
| τ | torque | "Torque" |
| ω | angular velocity | "AngularVelocity" |
Forms
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