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This tool calculates the Potential Energy of an object based on its mass, height, and the acceleration due to gravity. It is based on fundamental physics principles, helping assess energy storage in elevated objects.

Understanding Parameters:

• Mass (m) [kg]: The amount of matter in the object.
• Height (h) [m]: The vertical distance of the object from the reference level.
• Gravitational Acceleration (g) [m/s²]: The constant acceleration due to Earth's gravity (9.81 m/s²).
• Potential Energy (PE) [J]: The stored energy due to an object's position, calculated using \( PE = mgh \).

Key Applications:

• Structural Engineering: Evaluates energy storage in suspended objects (e.g., cranes, elevators).
• Hydropower Systems: Helps calculate energy potential in dams and reservoirs.
• Physics & Education: Used for teaching gravitational potential energy concepts.
• Industrial & Mechanical Systems: Assists in safety calculations for falling objects.

Validations & Input Constraints:

• Mass (m) must be positive: - Since mass represents a physical quantity, it cannot be zero or negative.
• Height (h) can be positive, zero, or negative: - Positive height indicates an object above the reference level. - Zero height means the object is at the reference level. - Negative height indicates the object is below the reference level (e.g., underground).
• Gravity (g) is fixed at 9.81 m/s²: - Standard value for Earth's gravitational acceleration.

Conclusion:

This tool provides a simple and reliable method for calculating potential energy, ensuring accurate assessments of stored gravitational energy in various applications.