Acceleration Calculator
Calculate acceleration, velocity, time, and distance with our comprehensive physics calculator. Solve acceleration problems for physics, engineering, and automotive applications.
Step 1: Known Values
Understanding Acceleration
Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity with respect to time. It is a vector quantity with both magnitude and direction. Positive acceleration means increasing velocity, while negative acceleration (deceleration) means decreasing velocity.
Step 2: Units & Options
About Acceleration Formulas
The basic acceleration formula is a = (v – u) / t, where a is acceleration, v is final velocity, u is initial velocity, and t is time. When distance is known, you can use d = ut + ½at² or v² = u² + 2ad.
Acceleration Results
Calculated Acceleration
Acceleration Formulas
| Formula | Equation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Acceleration | a = (v – u) / t | Acceleration equals change in velocity divided by time |
| Velocity with Distance | v² = u² + 2ad | Final velocity squared equals initial velocity squared plus two times acceleration times distance |
| Distance with Time | d = ut + ½at² | Distance equals initial velocity times time plus one-half acceleration times time squared |
| Time with Distance | t = (v – u) / a | Time equals change in velocity divided by acceleration |
| Average Velocity | v_avg = (u + v) / 2 | Average velocity equals initial plus final velocity divided by two |
Key Variables
a = acceleration, v = final velocity, u = initial velocity, t = time, d = distance
Velocity-Time Graph
Distance-Time Graph
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