g to Foot/Second² Converter

Convert g to Feet/Second²

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How to Convert g to Feet/Second²

To convert from standard gravity (g) to feet per second squared (ft/s²), you multiply the value in g by 32.174. For more information about g as a unit of measurement, visit our g page.

Formula

Feet/Second² = g × 32.174

ft/s² = g × 32.174

Step-by-step process

Take the measurement in g.
Multiply it by 32.174.
The result is the equivalent acceleration in feet per second squared.

Examples

1 g = 1 × 32.174 = 32.174 ft/s²
2 g = 2 × 32.174 = 64.348 ft/s²
5 g = 5 × 32.174 = 160.87 ft/s²
10 g = 10 × 32.174 = 321.74 ft/s²

When to Convert g to Feet/Second²

This conversion is common in scientific and engineering contexts to express acceleration in imperial units.

Aerospace Engineering

In the United States, expressing the acceleration of aircraft and spacecraft in ft/s² is a common practice.

Automotive Engineering

Vehicle dynamics and performance are sometimes analyzed using ft/s² in the US.

Education

Students are often required to convert g to ft/s² for physics problems and to better understand the concept of acceleration in imperial units.

Common g to Feet/Second² Conversions

Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:

g	Feet/Second² (ft/s²)	g	Feet/Second² (ft/s²)
1	32.174	20	643.48
2	64.348	30	965.22
3	96.522	40	1286.96
4	128.696	50	1608.7
5	160.87	60	1930.44
6	193.044	70	2252.18
7	225.218	80	2573.92
8	257.392	90	2895.66
9	289.566	100	3217.4
10	321.74	250	8043.5
15	482.61	500	16087

Frequently Asked Questions

What is standard gravity (g)?

Standard gravity, or g, is the nominal acceleration due to gravity in a vacuum near the Earth's surface. It is defined as exactly 9.80665 m/s², which is approximately 32.174 ft/s².

How do I convert ft/s² to g?

To convert from feet per second squared to g, you divide the value by 32.174. For example, 100 ft/s² is equal to 100 / 32.174 = 3.1081 g.