Formula and method
Newton’s second law is F = ma for constant mass in an inertial frame.
Worked example
A 10 kg mass accelerating at 2 m/s² requires a net force of 20 N along that direction.
Force Calculator
Calculate net force in a chosen direction from constant mass and signed acceleration.
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Net force along the chosen direction20.0000 N
kg
0 – 1000000000000000
m/s²
-1000000000 – 1000000000000000
Net force along the chosen direction
20.0000 N
This is the resultant force needed for the entered acceleration in an inertial frame. Individual applied forces, friction and weight may combine to give that net force.
How this was calculated
Newton’s second law for constant mass: F = ma.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as one applied force?
Not necessarily. Applied force, friction, gravity and other forces combine to give the net force used in this equation.
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