Terminal velocity estimate

Client

v_t ≈ √(2mg/ρAC_d) from mass, g, ρ, area, C_d.

v_t ≈ 40.0000 m/s (if SI)

Nearby workflows on Toolcore

  • Drag force — F_d = ½ρv²C_d A from ρ, v, C_d, and area. when units or numeric output should be checked on a related calculator.
  • Mach number — Ma = v / a from speed and speed of sound. when units or numeric output should be checked on a related calculator.
  • Math expression evaluator — Evaluate basic + − × ÷ arithmetic with parentheses in your browser—no variables. when units or numeric output should be checked on a related calculator.
  • Buoyancy force — F_b = ρVg from fluid density, displaced volume, and g. when units or numeric output should be checked on a related calculator.

About this tool

Drag balances weight at terminal speed.

Common use cases

  • Terminal velocity estimate for quick local checks without uploading data.
  • Copy results into tickets, docs, or classroom notes.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Unexpected input shape

    See the intro and how-to notes for accepted formats.

FAQ

Is processing local?

Yes—this runs entirely in your browser.

Agent prefill?

Use q or qb for the main text field when supported.

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