Angular Momentum and Energy
4. Work and Power in Rotational Systems
Learning outcomes
- I can define rotational work.
- I can calculate work done by torque.
- I can define rotational power.
- I can solve problems involving rotational energy transfer.
- I can analyze rotating machines using power concepts.
Key Topics:
- Rotational kinetic energy: .
- Comparison of translational and rotational kinetic energy.