Physics

Centrifugal Force Calculator

Find the apparent outward force in circular motion.

Mass

Velocity

Radius

Calculated Output

Centrifugal force (N) 40

Formula: F = m·v² ÷ r

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1. Values used:

2. Mass = 2

3. Velocity = 10

4. Radius = 5

6. Centrifugal force = 40N

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The math behind it

Magnitude F = mass × velocity² ÷ radius — equal and opposite to centripetal force.

2 kg, 10 m/s, 5 m → 40 N.

Real force?

It's a fictitious (inertial) force that appears only in the rotating reference frame.