Resultant Velocity Calculator

Calculate the resultant velocity from two velocity vectors (e.g., boat speed vs current).

Velocities

Velocity 1 (Object)

Velocity 2 (Medium/Wind)

Angle Between Vectors (Degrees)

Velocity Unit

Resultant Velocity

Enter velocities and angle

Quick Reference

VResultant Velocity

θAngle between vectors

Overview

This calculator determines the combined effect of two velocities. Common examples include a plane flying in wind or a boat crossing a river.

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Pro Tips

Fun Facts

"Aircraft pilots must constantly calculate resultant velocity to stay on course."
"The 'Ground Speed' is the magnitude of the resultant velocity vector relative to the ground."

Formula: V = √(v₁² + v₂² + 2v₁v₂cosθ)

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