Impulse Calculator

Calculate the impulse of a force based on force and time duration

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Impulse (J) = Force (N) × Time Duration (s)

Where:
Impulse (J) is the change in momentum
Force (N) is the applied force
Time Duration (s) is the time over which the force is applied

Impulse Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Impulse Calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Impulse Calculator

  1. Enter the applied force in newtons (N) in the "Force" field.
  2. Enter the time duration in seconds (s) in the "Time Duration" field.
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the impulse.
  4. The result will be displayed in the "Impulse" field.

Working Principle

Impulse is a measure of the change in momentum of an object when a force is applied over a period of time. It is calculated as the product of force and the time over which the force is applied.

The formula for impulse is:

Impulse (J) = Force (N) × Time Duration (s)

This calculator helps you determine the impulse when you know the force applied and the duration of that force. It's particularly useful in physics and engineering for analyzing collisions, impacts, and other scenarios where force is applied over a short period.

Example

If a force of 50 N is applied for 3 seconds, the impulse can be calculated as:

Impulse = 50 N × 3 s = 150 N·s