Ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm
A ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm is a rotating device used to simulate artificial gravity by spinning samples at a controlled speed.
Also known as: 10 m centrifuge at 2 rpm
How big is it?
0.4387 N · equivalent force on a 1 kg sample
Equivalent force on a 1 kg sample · derived
A little perspective
Ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm vs Weight of a 180 g apple: weight comparison
The weight of a 180 g apple is about 4.02 times the equivalent force on a 1 kg sample of a ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm.
FORCE
A ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm is a rotating device used to simulate artificial gravity by spinning samples at a controlled speed.
This is the downward force exerted by gravity on an average eating apple.
Measurements, assumptions & sources +
Ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm
Equivalent force on a 1 kg sample: 0.4387 N; derived.
A defined 10 m radius centrifuge rotating at 2 rpm. It produces about 0.439 m/s² centripetal acceleration, expressed here as 0.439 N on a 1 kg sample; speed and period are derived from the same model.
Defined examples — our methodology
The marked equivalent force on a 1 kg sample is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
Weight of a 180 g apple
Weight: 1.765 N; example.
Force on a 180 g apple at standard Earth gravity. Its mass is 0.18 kg.
Defined examples — our methodology
The marked weight is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
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Why we use 0.4387 N
We compare the equivalent force on a 1 kg sample of a ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm. The measurement is labelled derived. Check the source notes for its basis.
A defined 10 m radius centrifuge rotating at 2 rpm. It produces about 0.439 m/s² centripetal acceleration, expressed here as 0.439 N on a 1 kg sample; speed and period are derived from the same model.
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Recorded properties
Dimensions and measurements
| Property | Selected value | Recorded range | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4387 N | Not recorded | derived | |
| 2.094 m/s | Not recorded | derived | |
| 30 s | Not recorded | derived |
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