Impact Force from a Falling Object

 
 
To calculate the impact force applied to a person's body resulting from being struck by a free-falling object, enter the following values into the appropriate data fields below and click on the "Calculate" button.

1.  Enter the weight of the falling object in pounds.

2.  Enter the distance in inches through which the object falls before it makes contact with the struck person.

3.  Enter the total compression in inches of the person's body and the falling object.

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  1.  Object Weight (pounds):

  2.  Drop Distance (inches):

  3.  Compression (inches):

   
  Resulting Force (pounds):