The two types of mechanical energy
The two types of mechanical energy are potential energy and kinetic energy.
1. Potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position or state. It can be thought of as the energy stored within an object. Examples of potential energy include a stretched bowstring waiting to be released, a ball held at the top of a hill, or a compressed spring.
2. Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It can be thought of as the energy an object has when it is in motion. Examples of kinetic energy include a moving car, a spinning top, or a swinging pendulum.