Pressure Calculator
About the Pressure Calculator
The Physics of Pressure
Pressure is defined as the amount of force applied perpendicular to the surface of an object per unit area over which that force is distributed. This calculator helps determine the pressure exerted on a surface when the force applied and the area of contact are known. Understanding pressure is crucial in fields like fluid dynamics, structural engineering, and atmospheric science.
Instructions for Use
- Enter the Force ($F$): Input the total force being applied to the object or surface (e.g., in Newtons).
- Enter the Area ($A$): Input the total area over which the force is distributed (e.g., in square meters).
- Calculate: Click the “Calculate Pressure” button.
- View Result: The calculated pressure ($P$) will appear in the result box below, typically in Pascals (Pa), which is the standard SI unit (1 Pascal = 1 Newton per square meter).
The Pressure Formula
The calculator uses the fundamental physics equation for pressure:
$$P = \frac{F}{A}$$
Where:
- $P$ = pressure
- $F$ = force
- $A$ = area
