Acceleration Calculator
Choose your calculation method to find acceleration
Calculate Acceleration from Velocity Change
Use this method when you know the initial velocity, final velocity, and time taken.
Calculate Acceleration from Distance and Time
Use this method when you know the initial velocity, distance traveled, and time taken.
Calculate Acceleration from Force and Mass
Use Newton's Second Law when you know the net force and mass of the object.
Calculate Acceleration from Velocity and Displacement
Use this method when you know the initial velocity, final velocity, and displacement.
Acceleration Formulas
Physics equations used for calculations
Velocity Change Method
a = (v - v₀) / t
Where: a = acceleration, v = final velocity, v₀ = initial velocity, t = time
When to use: When you know the change in velocity over time.
Distance and Time Method
a = 2(s - v₀t) / t²
Where: a = acceleration, s = displacement, v₀ = initial velocity, t = time
When to use: When you know the distance traveled and time taken.
Newton's Second Law
a = F / m
Where: a = acceleration, F = net force, m = mass
When to use: When you know the force applied and the object's mass.
Kinematic Equation Method
a = (v² - v₀²) / (2s)
Where: a = acceleration, v = final velocity, v₀ = initial velocity, s = displacement
When to use: When you know the initial velocity, final velocity, and displacement.