Convert ft/s to m/s
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How to Convert Feet per Second to Meters per Second
The foot per second and meter per second are both units of speed. 1 meter per second equals 3.280839895 feet per second. This means to convert feet per second to meters per second, you divide by 3.280839895.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ft/s to meters per second:
We need to convert feet per second to meters per second
Since 1 m/s = 3.280839895 ft/s, divide by 3.280839895
5 ÷ 3.280839895 = 1.524
5 ft/s = 1.524 m/s
Foot per Second to Meter per Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common foot per second to meter per second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| 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 |
| 15 ft/s | 4.572 m/s |
| 20 ft/s | 6.096 m/s |
| 25 ft/s | 7.62 m/s |
| 50 ft/s | 15.24 m/s |
| 100 ft/s | 30.48 m/s |
About These Units
Foot per Second (ft/s)
Feet per second (ft/s or fps) measures speed in ballistics, projectile motion, and some US engineering applications. One ft/s equals 0.682 mph or 1.097 km/h. Bullet velocities range from 800-4,000 ft/s. Used for wind tunnel testing and fluid mechanics.
Meter per Second (m/s)
Meters per second (m/s) is the SI derived unit of speed and velocity. One m/s equals 3.6 km/h or 2.237 mph. Meters per second measure wind speed, fluid flow, running pace, and scientific applications. A human walks at about 1.4 m/s, runs at 5-8 m/s.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert feet per second to meters per second?
To convert feet per second to meters per second, divide the value by 3.280839895. For example, 10 ft/s = 3.048 m/s.
How many meters per second are in 1 foot per second?
1 foot per second equals 0.3048 meters per second.
What is the formula for feet per second to meters per second?
The formula is: m/s = ft/s ÷ 3.280839895.