Speed Converter
Convert among m/s, km/h, miles per hour (mph), feet per second (ft/s), and knots (kn).
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Formula
m/s = ft/s × 0.3048
Example
Example: convert 80 feet per second to meters per second.
80 ft/s = 24.384 m/s
Conversion table
| feet per second (ft/s) | meters per second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft/s | 0.3048 m/s |
| 2 ft/s | 0.6096 m/s |
| 5 ft/s | 1.524 m/s |
| 10 ft/s | 3.048 m/s |
| 20 ft/s | 6.096 m/s |
| 50 ft/s | 15.24 m/s |
| 100 ft/s | 30.48 m/s |
Explanation
Feet per second are used in some engineering and ballistic contexts, while Meters per second are common in science and engineering.
How to convert feet per second to meters per second
- Start with the value in feet per second (ft/s).
- Multiply it by 0.3048.
- The result is the measurement in meters per second (m/s).
Example: 80 ft/s → 24.384 m/s
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 80 feet per second in meters per second?
80 feet per second equals 24.384 meters per second.
How many meters per second is 1 foot per second?
1 foot per second equals 0.3048 meters per second.
How many feet per second is 1 meter per second?
1 meter per second is about 3.28084 feet per second.
What is the difference between feet per second and meters per second?
Both measure speed, but they use different distance and time units. Feet per second express speed in feet and seconds (ft/s). Meters per second express it in meters and seconds (m/s).
Where are feet per second and meters per second used?
Feet per second are used in physics, engineering, and some technical systems that work in feet and seconds. Meters per second are widely used in physics, science, and engineering for technical calculations.
Why does 1 foot per second equal 0.3048 meters per second?
Because 1 foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. That sets the factor between ft/s and m/s.