Projectile Motion Calculator

Range, maximum height and flight time from launch speed and angle.

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Inputs

Formula

  • R = u²·sin(2θ)/g
  • H = u²·sin²(θ)/(2g)
  • T = 2u·sin(θ)/g

Assumes level ground and no air resistance, the standard classroom projectile model.

Step-by-step calculation

  1. 1

    Range

    20²·sin(2θ)/9.81

    40.77 m

  2. 2

    Height

    20²·sin²(θ)/(2×9.81)

    10.19 m

Frequently asked questions

What does the Projectile Motion Calculator do?

Range, maximum height and flight time from launch speed and angle. The Projectile Motion Calculator on OneCalcApp returns the result instantly as you type, together with the formula and the substituted values.

How do I use the Projectile Motion Calculator?

Enter your values in the input fields, choose the relevant units or options, and the Projectile Motion Calculator recalculates automatically. You can copy, print or export the result.

Is the Projectile Motion Calculator free to use?

Yes. The Projectile Motion Calculator is completely free, needs no sign-up and has no usage limit on OneCalcApp.

How accurate is the Projectile Motion Calculator?

It uses the standard formula R = u²·sin(2θ)/g and full double-precision arithmetic, so results match a manual calculation to the displayed number of digits.

Does the Projectile Motion Calculator work on mobile and offline?

Yes. The Projectile Motion Calculator runs entirely in your browser on phones, tablets and desktops, and your inputs never leave your device.

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