Relative Velocity
Calculate Relative Velocity instantly with the exact formula and a worked example.
Relative Velocity
v₁m/s
v₂m/s
v relative
20m/s
More about: Relative Velocity
What it calculates
The “Relative Velocity” calculator computes v relative in m/s from 2 parameters: v₁ (m/s), v₂ (m/s).
A standard physics formula used in educational and engineering tasks.
Example calculation
With parameters v₁ = 100 m/s, v₂ = 80 m/s the result is 20 m/s.
How to use
- Enter v₁ and v₂ — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
- v relative (m/s) is calculated automatically as you type.
- Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
- Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.
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FAQ
How is Relative Velocity calculated?
The Relative Velocity calculator computes v relative (in m/s) from v₁, v₂. Enter your values above and the exact formula is applied instantly; a worked example with real numbers is shown below.
Is the Relative Velocity calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no signup, runs entirely in your browser, and sends no data to any server.
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