Centripetal and centrifual force reactions on objects?

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Centripetal force is necessary for an object traveling in a circular path, calculated using the formula F = mv²/r, where m is mass, v is velocity, and r is radius. For a train traveling inside a 10-mile tube at 18,000 miles per hour, the centripetal force would be significant due to the high speed and the radius of the circular path. A person inside the train would feel an increased effective weight due to this force, which could be calculated based on their mass and the centripetal acceleration. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the relevant formulas to determine these forces accurately. Overall, the effects of centripetal force on objects in high-speed circular motion are critical for safety and design considerations.
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What would the centripetal and/or centrifual force be, on an object that was traveling in a 10mi circle at 18,000 mi/hr?

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how heavy would a person feel riding in a train traveling on the inside of a 10 mi round tube at 18,000 mi/hr?
 
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TitonV said:
What would the centripetal and/or centrifual force be, on an object that was traveling in a 10mi circle at 18,000 mi/hr?

OR

how heavy would a person feel riding in a train traveling on the inside of a 10 mi round tube at 18,000 mi/hr?

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