Projectile Motion Calculator

About Projectile Motion Calculator

Estimate max height, range, and flight time for a projectile.

How to Use

Estimate max height, range, and flight time for a projectile. Enter the Initial velocity, Angle, and Height values and review the Maximum height, Range, and Total time of flight outputs after you calculate.

  1. Open the calculator : Use Projectile Motion Calculator from the Physics category.
  2. Check the inputs : Review the required values and any optional settings.
  3. Read the formula : Use the formula and notes below to understand how the result is produced.

Common Questions

What formula does the Projectile Motion Calculator use?

x = v0 cos(theta)t. y = h + v0 sin(theta)t - 0.5gt^2.

Inputs

  • Initial velocity
  • Angle
  • Height

Outputs

  • Maximum height
  • Range
  • Total time of flight

Formula

x = v0 cos(theta)t. y = h + v0 sin(theta)t - 0.5gt^2.