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Centripetal Force Calculator

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Centripetal Force Calculator

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Theoretical Background

Physics describes the fundamental mechanism of the universe. The Centripetal Force Calculator is an essential tool for understanding Centripetal Force Calculator in quantitative terms. Calculate centripetal force.

Mathematical Formulation

The relationship between the variables is governed by the following equation:

Result = (m × v × v) ÷ r
Eq 1.1: Governing Formula

Variable Legend

Symbol Parameter Unit
m Mass (m) kg
v Velocity (v) m/s
r Radius (r) m

Practical Calculation Example

Problem

Calculating the result when:

  • Mass (m) = 40 kg
  • Velocity (v) = 15 m/s
  • Radius (r) = 10 m

Solution

Substituting into Eq 1.1:

Result = (40 × 15 × 15) ÷ 10