Coriolis Effect Calculator
Compute the Coriolis acceleration a = 2vΩsinφ.
Input Data
Mass Kg
kg
Velocity Ms
m/s
Angular Velocity Rad S
rad/s
Latitude Deg
°
Results
0.0001031245/s
0.0010312445N
0.0010312445m/s²
At a glance:a_c = 2·v·Ω·sinφ (horizontal component). Complements centrifugal-force and angular-velocity.
Formula
a_c = 2·v·Ω·sinφ.
$$f = 2\Omega\sin\varphi, \quad F = mfv = 2m\Omega v \sin\varphi, \quad a = fv$$How to Use
- Enter speed, latitude and Ω.
- The tool returns the Coriolis acceleration.
Case Studies
v=10, φ=45°, Ω=7.29e-5
a ≈ 0.00103 m/s².
FAQ
At the poles?
sinφ=1 → maximum effect; at equator (φ=0) it is zero.
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References
Content review: Calculatorism Science Team. Results are for reference only; please refer to the relevant authorities for the official figures.