What is the Formula for Converting Rotational Speed to Linear Speed?

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The discussion revolves around the relationship between rotational speed and linear speed, specifically how to convert one to the other. Participants are exploring the definitions and formulas related to these concepts in the context of rotational motion.

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  • Participants are attempting to define linear speed and rotational speed, while seeking the formula that connects the two. Some are discussing the relationship involving angular speed and the radius of rotation.

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There has been productive engagement, with participants sharing insights about the formula relating linear speed to rotational speed. Some have clarified the meaning of angular speed and its implications for linear motion, although no consensus has been explicitly stated.

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I can define both terms Linear Speed, Rotational speed,

but I need to find the formula difference so I can show how

rotational speed is changed to linear Speed.

I can not find the formula for either.
 
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I assume you are talking about how to find the tangential speed (V) of something that is rotating about a point at some angular speed (ω, measured in radians/sec). The relationship is V=ωr, where r is the distance to the axis of rotation.
 
If the angular speed is ω, measured in radians per second, that means that in 1 second, the "wheel" will turn through ω radians. On a "wheel" of radius r, one radian angle cuts an arc of length r*1= r on the circumference of the wheel (remember that the full circle is 2π radians and the entire circumference is 2πr).
That is, in one second there is a revolution of ω radians which carries a point on the circumference a distance rω.
Angular speed ω corresponds to a linear speed of v= rω, just as Doc Al said.
 
Thanks to all.
I now understand
v=w*r
v= linear speed
w= Rotational Speed
r=radius
 

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