Foot Second Converter
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Foot Secondft/s
Source UnitThe foot second (ft/s) is a unit of speed that measures the distance traveled in feet over a time period of seconds. In this unit, one foot is the distance covered in one second. It is often used in the United States and the UK for applications involving motion, particularly in contexts such as sports and engineering. The foot itself is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, making the foot second a non-SI unit that is commonly understood and used in practical scenarios despite the global trend towards metrication.
Current Use
The foot second is commonly used in various industries, especially in the United States, where it serves as a practical unit for measuring speed in fields such as sports, automotive, and aviation. Engineers and scientists may also use this unit in experimental contexts or when working with older designs where imperial measurements are prevalent. Although the metric system is more widely used globally, the foot second remains a familiar and accessible measurement for many applications.
Fun Fact
The foot second is equivalent to approximately 0.3048 meters per second.
Meter per Secondm/s
Target UnitThe meter per second (m/s) is the derived unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI). It quantifies the rate at which an object moves. Specifically, it expresses how many meters are traveled in one second, making it a crucial measurement in various fields such as physics, engineering, and everyday life. The m/s unit is dimensionally represented as [L][T]⁻¹, where [L] denotes length and [T] denotes time, indicating that speed is a measure of distance over time. The use of m/s is standardized worldwide, facilitating clear communication of speed metrics in scientific and engineering contexts.
Current Use
The meter per second is widely employed in various fields, including physics, engineering, and everyday life. It serves as a standard unit for measuring speed in scientific research, automotive engineering, and aviation. In sports, performance metrics are often expressed in meters per second to indicate speed and efficiency. The m/s unit is also essential in calculating velocities in fluid dynamics, meteorology, and even in pedestrian traffic flow studies, making it a versatile and crucial unit of measure.
Fun Fact
The speed of sound in air at sea level is approximately 343 m/s.
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Foot Second
speed • Non-SI
Definition
The foot second (ft/s) is a unit of speed that measures the distance traveled in feet over a time period of seconds. In this unit, one foot is the distance covered in one second. It is often used in the United States and the UK for applications involving motion, particularly in contexts such as sports and engineering. The foot itself is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, making the foot second a non-SI unit that is commonly understood and used in practical scenarios despite the global trend towards metrication.
History & Origin
The foot as a unit of measurement dates back to ancient civilizations, where it was commonly based on the average length of a human foot. The concept of measuring speed in foot seconds emerged as a practical means to describe motion in a straightforward manner. By the 19th century, the foot second became more standardized, particularly in the United States, where it was adopted in various engineering and scientific applications.
Etymology: The term 'foot' originates from the Old English word 'fōt', which directly corresponds to the human foot, while 'second' comes from the Latin 'secunda', meaning 'following' or 'next', used to indicate a division of time.
Current Use
The foot second is commonly used in various industries, especially in the United States, where it serves as a practical unit for measuring speed in fields such as sports, automotive, and aviation. Engineers and scientists may also use this unit in experimental contexts or when working with older designs where imperial measurements are prevalent. Although the metric system is more widely used globally, the foot second remains a familiar and accessible measurement for many applications.
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- •The foot second is equivalent to approximately 0.3048 meters per second.
- •In sports, the foot second is often used to determine the speed of athletes in track and field events.
- •The foot second is sometimes used in the aviation industry to describe the rate of climb or descent.
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Meter per Second
speed • SI Unit
Definition
The meter per second (m/s) is the derived unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI). It quantifies the rate at which an object moves. Specifically, it expresses how many meters are traveled in one second, making it a crucial measurement in various fields such as physics, engineering, and everyday life. The m/s unit is dimensionally represented as [L][T]⁻¹, where [L] denotes length and [T] denotes time, indicating that speed is a measure of distance over time. The use of m/s is standardized worldwide, facilitating clear communication of speed metrics in scientific and engineering contexts.
History & Origin
The meter per second as a unit of speed emerged with the establishment of the metric system in France during the late 18th century. The metric system was designed to provide a universal standard for measurement, promoting ease of trade and communication. The meter was defined originally as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, while the second was defined based on the Earth's rotation, which evolved into the atomic definition we use today. These foundational concepts were formalized in the 1790s, leading to the introduction of the meter per second as a natural unit for speed.
Etymology: The term 'meter' originates from the Greek word 'metron', meaning 'measure'. The word 'second' comes from the Latin 'secunda', meaning 'second' in a series, referring to the division of time.
Current Use
The meter per second is widely employed in various fields, including physics, engineering, and everyday life. It serves as a standard unit for measuring speed in scientific research, automotive engineering, and aviation. In sports, performance metrics are often expressed in meters per second to indicate speed and efficiency. The m/s unit is also essential in calculating velocities in fluid dynamics, meteorology, and even in pedestrian traffic flow studies, making it a versatile and crucial unit of measure.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The speed of sound in air at sea level is approximately 343 m/s.
- •In the United States, miles per hour (mph) is commonly used, but scientists often convert to m/s for precise calculations.
- •The fastest recorded human footspeed is around 12.4 m/s, achieved by Usain Bolt during a 100-meter sprint.
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