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Skateboard Ramp Launch Speed Calculator

v = √(2gh·η) — exit speed from ramp height and friction.

Calculates a skateboarder's launch speed at the top of a ramp from drop height and overall system efficiency (friction/drag losses).

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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How to use this calculator

  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

v = √(2 × g × h × η)

In depth

Calculates a skateboarder's launch speed at the top of a ramp from drop height and overall system efficiency (friction/drag losses).