Terminal Velocity Calculator
Terminal Velocity
Calculate the terminal velocity of a falling object based on mass, drag, and area
kg
sq m
kg/m3
Formula
Terminal Velocity = sqrt(2mg / (rho x Cd x A))
Frequently Asked Questions
What is terminal velocity?
Terminal velocity is the maximum speed a falling object reaches when the drag force equals gravitational force, resulting in zero net acceleration.
What is the terminal velocity of a skydiver?
A typical skydiver in a belly-down position reaches about 55 m/s (120 mph). In a head-down position this increases to about 90 m/s (200 mph).