Convert meter/second to foot/second
Please provide values below to convert meter/second [m/s] to foot/second [ft/s], or Convert foot/second to meter/second.
1 m/s = 3.28083989501 ft/s. To convert meter/second to foot/second, multiply the value by 3.28083989501; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s). Both units measure speed and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 m/s = 3.28083989501 ft/s
- 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s
- 10 m/s = 32.8083989501 ft/s
- 100 m/s = 328.083989501 ft/s
How to Convert Meter/second to Foot/second
1 m/s = 3.28083989501312 ft/s
Example: convert 15 m/s to ft/s:
15 m/s = 15 × 3.28083989501312 ft/s = 49.2125984251968 ft/s
Meter/second to Foot/second Conversion Table
| meter/second | foot/second |
|---|---|
| 1 m/s | 3.28083989501 ft/s |
| 2 m/s | 6.56167979003 ft/s |
| 3 m/s | 9.84251968504 ft/s |
| 5 m/s | 16.4041994751 ft/s |
| 10 m/s | 32.8083989501 ft/s |
| 20 m/s | 65.6167979003 ft/s |
| 50 m/s | 164.041994751 ft/s |
| 100 m/s | 328.083989501 ft/s |
| 500 m/s | 1640.41994751 ft/s |
| 1000 m/s | 3280.83989501 ft/s |
Meter/second
The meter per second (m/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance in meters traveled per second.
History/Origin
The meter per second has been used as a standard unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI) since the adoption of the SI system in 1960, based on the meter defined by the speed of light.
Current Use
It is commonly used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts to measure velocity, such as in transportation, aerodynamics, and scientific research.
Foot/second
Foot per second (ft/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one foot traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The foot per second has been used historically in engineering, physics, and aeronautics, originating from the imperial measurement system where the foot is a standard unit of length. Its usage predates the metric system and has been common in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Current Use
Today, ft/s is primarily used in fields such as physics, engineering, and aviation to measure speeds, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard. It is also used in sports and safety standards related to speed measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 meter/second in foot/second?
1 meter/second (m/s) = 3.28083989501 foot/second (ft/s).
How do you convert meter/second to foot/second?
Multiply the meter/second value by 3.28083989501. For example, 25 m/s × 3.28083989501 = 82.0209973753 ft/s.
What is 10 meter/second in foot/second?
10 m/s = 32.8083989501 ft/s.
Which unit is larger, the meter/second or the foot/second?
The meter/second is the larger unit: 1 m/s = 3.28083989501 ft/s.