Acceleration Calculator

How to Use the Acceleration Calculator

1. Enter the distance traveled by the object in meters (m).
2. Enter the time taken to travel that distance in seconds (s).
3. Enter the initial velocity of the object in meters per second (m/s).
4. Enter the final velocity of the object in meters per second (m/s).
5. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the acceleration.
6. The result will be displayed in meters per second squared (m/s²).

Understanding Acceleration

Acceleration is the rate at which the velocity of an object changes over time. It is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction. The formula used in this calculator is:

a = (v_f - v_i) / t

Where:
a = Acceleration (m/s²)
v_f = Final Velocity (m/s)
v_i = Initial Velocity (m/s)
t = Time (s)

Example

If a car accelerates from 0 m/s to 60 m/s in 10 seconds, what is its acceleration?

Using the formula:
a = (60 m/s - 0 m/s) / 10 s = 6 m/s²