Foot per second to Meter per second Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert feet per second to meters per second with our free online speed converter.
Foot per second to Meter per second Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Foot per second).
- The converted value in Meter per second will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Speed category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Foot per second to Meter per second
Converting Foot per second to Meter per second involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Foot per second = 0.3048 meters per secondExample Calculation:
Convert 60 feet per second: 60 × 0.3048 = 18.288 meters per second
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What is a Foot per second and a Meter per second?
Feet per second (ft/s, fps, or ft/sec) is a unit of speed in the imperial and US customary systems. It measures the distance in feet traveled in one second.
Meters per second (m/s) is the base unit of speed and velocity in the International System of Units (SI). It measures the distance in meters traveled in one second.
Note: The Foot per second is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Meter per second belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Foot per second and Meter per second
The foot as a unit of length has ancient origins, and the second became standardized more recently. Feet per second emerged as a logical unit for measuring speed in contexts where feet were the standard measure of distance, particularly before widespread metrication.
The concept of measuring speed evolved with the development of standardized units for distance (meter) and time (second) within the metric system, established during the French Revolution. The formal adoption of m/s as the SI derived unit for velocity solidified its importance in scientific contexts.
Common Uses for feet per second and meters per second
Explore the typical applications for both Foot per second (imperial/US) and Meter per second (metric) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for feet per second
- Physics & Engineering (Imperial/US): Used in calculations involving velocity and acceleration in systems using imperial units, particularly in older texts or specific industries (e.g., some aerospace applications).
- Ballistics: Often used to measure the muzzle velocity of firearms.
- Fluid Dynamics (Imperial/US): Can be used to express the speed of fluid flow in pipes or channels in US customary units.
- Some Scientific Instruments: Certain instruments might output readings in ft/s depending on their design and intended application region.
Common Uses for meters per second
- Physics & Science: The standard unit for speed and velocity in scientific calculations, experiments, and equations (e.g., calculating acceleration, momentum).
- Engineering: Used in various engineering disciplines for specifying speeds of machinery, fluid flow rates, and other technical parameters.
- Athletics: Sometimes used to measure short-distance running speeds (sprints) and throwing velocities in sports science.
- Meteorology: Wind speed is often measured or converted to m/s for scientific models and international reporting, although km/h or knots might be used in public forecasts.
- Technology: Specifying the speed of data transmission or processing components in some technical contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Foot per second (ft/s)
Is ft/s commonly used for everyday speed?
No, miles per hour (mph) is much more common for everyday speeds (like driving) in countries using the imperial/US customary system. ft/s is more technical.
Is ft/s an SI unit?
No, it belongs to the imperial and US customary systems. The SI unit for speed is meters per second (m/s).
How do you convert ft/s to mph?
Divide the speed in ft/s by 1.46667. So, 88 ft/s is approximately 60 mph.
How do you convert ft/s to m/s?
Multiply the speed in ft/s by 0.3048. So, 10 ft/s is equal to 3.048 m/s.
About Meter per second (m/s)
What is the SI unit for speed?
Meters per second (m/s) is the base SI derived unit for speed and velocity.
Is m/s used for everyday speeds like driving?
Not typically for driving; kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph) are more common for vehicle speeds. m/s is primarily used in scientific and technical fields.
How does m/s relate to km/h?
1 m/s is equal to 3.6 km/h. To convert m/s to km/h, multiply by 3.6. To convert km/h to m/s, divide by 3.6.
Conversion Table: Foot per second to Meter per second
| Foot per second (ft/s) | Meter per second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.305 |
| 5 | 1.524 |
| 10 | 3.048 |
| 25 | 7.62 |
| 50 | 15.24 |
| 100 | 30.48 |
| 500 | 152.4 |
| 1,000 | 304.8 |
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Conversion Formula
1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s
Where 1 Foot per second (ft/s) equals the calculated value in meters per second (m/s).