Foot per Second to Meter per Second Converter
Convert Feet per Second to Meters per Second
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Feet per Second to Meters per Second
Converting feet per second (ft/s) to meters per second (m/s) is a common conversion in physics and engineering. One foot per second is approximately equal to 0.3048 meters per second.
Formula
Meters per Second = Feet per Second × 0.3048
or
m/s = ft/s × 0.3048
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in feet per second
- Multiply that number by 0.3048
- The result is the equivalent amount in meters per second
Examples
- 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s
- 10 ft/s = 3.048 m/s
- 0.5 ft/s = 0.1524 m/s
When to Convert Feet per Second to Meters per Second
This conversion is useful in various fields, including sports science, fluid dynamics, and aviation, where speed might be expressed in either metric or imperial units.
Common Feet per Second to Meters per Second Conversions
Here is a table of common ft/s to m/s conversions for quick reference:
| Feet per Second (ft/s) | Meters per Second (m/s) | Feet per Second (ft/s) | Meters per Second (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3048 | 100 | 30.48 |
| 10 | 3.048 | 200 | 60.96 |
| 50 | 15.24 | 3.28084 | 1 |
| 100 | 30.48 | 1,000 | 304.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foot per Second (ft/s)?
Foot per second (ft/s) is a unit of speed and velocity in the imperial and US customary systems, representing the distance in feet traveled per second.
What is Meter per Second (m/s)?
Meter per second (m/s) is the SI unit of speed and velocity, representing the distance in meters traveled per second.