Step-by-step instructions
- Enter or select Mass (kg).
- Enter or select Speed (m/s).
- Enter or select Radius (m).
- Tap Calculate.
- Review the result shown directly below the calculator.
Centripetal Force Calculator
Calculate centripetal force mv²/r.
How to use the Centripetal Force Calculator
Calculate centripetal force mv²/r.
What the inputs mean
- Mass (kg)
- Enter the requested weight or mass using the unit shown or a consistent unit.
- Speed (m/s)
- Enter the value requested by this field label.
- Radius (m)
- Enter the value requested by this field label.
Formula or calculation method
The calculator applies the standard mathematical relationship for the labeled inputs and returns the computed result automatically.
Example
Try entering realistic values for Mass (kg) and Speed (m/s), then tap Calculate to see how the result changes.
How to understand the result
Use the result as an estimate based on the values you entered. For planning decisions, double-check that the input units and assumptions match your real situation.
Tip: Keep all values in compatible units and use values from the same time period when the calculator compares two amounts.