Foot per Second to Mach Converter
Convert Feet per Second to Mach
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Feet per Second to Mach
Converting feet per second (ft/s) to Mach is a common conversion in aerodynamics and fluid dynamics. Mach number is the ratio of the speed of an object to the speed of sound in the surrounding medium.
Formula
Mach = Feet per Second ÷ 1125.33
or
mach = ft/s ÷ 1125.33
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in feet per second
- Divide that number by 1125.33 (the speed of sound in dry air at 20°C)
- The result is the equivalent Mach number
Examples
- 1125.33 ft/s = 1 Mach
- 2250.66 ft/s = 2 Mach
- 562.665 ft/s = 0.5 Mach
When to Convert Feet per Second to Mach
This conversion is useful in aviation, aerospace engineering, and fluid dynamics, particularly when dealing with high-speed phenomena and supersonic flight.
Common Feet per Second to Mach Conversions
Here is a table of common ft/s to Mach conversions for quick reference:
| Feet per Second (ft/s) | Mach (mach) | Feet per Second (ft/s) | Mach (mach) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8.8862E-4 | 100 | 0.088862 |
| 10 | 8.8862E-3 | 200 | 0.177724 |
| 50 | 0.044431 | 1125.33 | 1 |
| 100 | 0.088862 | 1,000 | 0.88862 |
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 Mach?
Mach is a dimensionless quantity representing the ratio of flow velocity past a boundary to the local speed of sound. Mach 1 is the speed of sound.