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Angular Velocity Calculator
What angular velocity corresponds to this rotation rate? Enter the stated inputs to calculate this model.
Your result
Angular velocity
rad/s
Result for the values shown.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Rotation speed (rpm) | Enter rotation speed in rpm; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
Understanding your result
Read Angular velocity (rad/s) in the units and model stated on this page. The formula omega=2*pi*rpm/60 defines the relationship; measurement accuracy and model applicability are separate from numerical precision.
Common mistakes
- Mixing input units or changing the physical meaning of a variable without changing the model.
Check your calculation
- Use the worked example as a known reference case, then change one input at a time and check the direction and units of the response.
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What angular velocity corresponds to this rotation rate?
What angular velocity corresponds to this rotation rate? Enter the stated inputs to calculate this model.
Common uses
- What angular velocity corresponds to this rotation rate
How it works
omega=2*pi*rpm/60
Worked example
Enter Rotation speed: 60 rpm. Results: Angular velocity: 6.283185307179586 rad/s.