The ability of an object to do mechanical work is called its mechanical energy. There are two types of Mechanical energy – Kinetic energy and Potential energy.
The sum of Kinetic and Potential energy measures mechanical energy. The following are the essential Mechanical energy conversion examples.
Mechanical Energy Conversion Examples
Transformation of Mechanical energy into other energy
Mechanical energy to Heat energy
Rubbing hands warms the palms. Drilling iron generates a lot of heat. In these cases, mechanical energy is converted into heat energy.
Mechanical energy to Sound energy
Mechanical energy is converted into sound energy in musical instruments like sitar, violin etc.
Mechanical energy Conversion to Light and Heat energy
When sharpening tools like knives, scissors etc. sparks come out and the objects become hot. In this case, mechanical energy is converted into heat and light energy.
Mechanical energy to Electrical energy
As the dynamo rotates, the mechanical energy of the dynamo is converted into electrical energy. While producing hydroelectricity, the static energy of water i.e. mechanical energy is converted into electrical energy by the dynamo.
Mechanical energy to Chemical energy and Thermal energy
Rubbing the matchstick on the gunpowder in the matchbox causes a chemical reaction and ignites the fire. In this case, mechanical energy is converted into chemical energy and thermal energy.
Mechanical energy to Magnetic energy
When an iron bar is repeatedly rubbed by a magnet, the bar becomes magnetized. In this case, mechanical energy is converted into magnetic energy.
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