Centripetal Acceleration Calculators

➔ Calculate Centripetal Acceleration
➔ Calculate Velocity from Centripetal Acceleration
➔ Calculate Radius from Centripetal Acceleration

Calculate Centripetal Acceleration

Acceleration = Velocity2 / Radius

Velocity:
Radius:
Centripetal Acceleration:
Meter/Second2

Calculate Velocity

Velocity = √ Radius × Acceleration

Centripetal Acceleration :
Radius:
Velocity :
Meter/Second

Calculate Radius

Radius = Velocity2 / Acceleration

Velocity:
Centripetal Acceleration :
Radius:
Meter

What is a Centripetal Acceleration Calculator?

A Centripetal Acceleration Calculator helps determine the acceleration an object experiences when moving in a circular path. It can also calculate velocity or radius based on given values.

Why Use It?

  • To analyze circular motion in physics and engineering.
  • To determine the necessary speed or radius for a stable circular path.
  • To solve problems related to planetary orbits, car turns, or amusement park rides.

How Does It Work?

The calculator typically requires:

  • Velocity (v): The speed of the object in circular motion.
  • Radius (r): The distance from the center of the circular path.
  • Centripetal acceleration (ac): The inward acceleration keeping the object in motion.

When to Use It?

  • When analyzing rotating objects, vehicles on curved roads, or orbital motion.
  • In physics, engineering, and sports (e.g., cycling or running on curved tracks).