Mechanical Efficiency

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What is Mechanical Efficiency?
Mechanical efficiency is the measure of useful work done by a machine. The efficiency of the machine measures the amount of work you put into it, relative to the amount of work that comes out.


This is the formula is used to determine the efficiency of an object.
Mechanical Efficiency = (Work Output / Work Input) X 100 %


Here is a brief video describing Mechanical Efficiency