mechanical energy
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By 2021, the lab had set the machine on its quest to make a shape that absorbs the most energy, a property known as its mechanical energy absorption efficiency.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2024
"I began to contemplate whether we could convert the evaporation energy into mechanical energy first, and then translate it into electricity," said Wu.
From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2024
The fourth movement had a mahogany tone of divided cellos and a finale of mechanical energy and busy tinkering before a thrilling final flourish.
From New York Times • Jan. 22, 2024
The train was not equipped with ECP brakes; instead its locomotive used dynamic braking — electric traction motors acting as generators, which slow the train and dissipate mechanical energy as heat.
From Washington Post • Feb. 27, 2023
It furnishes mechanical energy to muscle cells; electrical energy to nerve cells.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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