Meter per Second to Foot per Second Converter
Convert Meters per Second to Feet per Second
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Meters per Second to Feet per Second
Converting meters per second (m/s) to feet per second (ft/s) is a common conversion in physics and engineering. One meter per second is approximately equal to 3.28084 feet per second.
Formula
Feet per Second = Meters per Second × 3.28084
or
ft/s = m/s × 3.28084
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in meters per second
- Multiply that number by 3.28084
- The result is the equivalent amount in feet per second
Examples
- 1 m/s = 3.28084 ft/s
- 10 m/s = 32.8084 ft/s
- 0.5 m/s = 1.64042 ft/s
When to Convert Meters per Second to Feet 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 Meters per Second to Feet per Second Conversions
Here is a table of common m/s to ft/s conversions for quick reference:
| Meters per Second (m/s) | Feet per Second (ft/s) | Meters per Second (m/s) | Feet per Second (ft/s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.28084 | 100 | 328.084 |
| 10 | 32.8084 | 200 | 656.168 |
| 50 | 164.042 | 500 | 1,640.42 |
| 0.01 | 0.0328084 | 1,000 | 3,280.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.