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What are examples of potential mechanical energy?

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>>> A rotating crank shaft on a car contains kinetic energy that is converted to mechanical energy as soon as the clutch released and the gears engage.

>>> The raised head on a pile driver is converted to mechanical energy when is dropped and the head hits its target.

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Any object that is above ground level. Or above any other chosen reference level.

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