International System of unit (SI) : Acceleration=Meter per Second Squared
| Meter per Second Squared | Centimeter per Second Squared | Millimeter per Second Squared | Kilometer per Hour Squared | Standard Gravity | Foot per Second Squared | Yard per Second Squared | Mile per Hour Squared | Galileo | Centimeter per Second Squared | Milli-Galileo | Acceleration due to Gravity | Light Year per Second Squared | Parsec per Second Squared | Arcsecond per Second Squared | Degree per Second Squared | Revolution per Second Squared | Speed of Light per Second Squared | Miles per Second Squared | Knot per Second Squared | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meter per Second Squared | 1 | 0.01 | 0.001 | 7.7160e-5 | 9.807 | 0.305 | 0.914 | 4.8704e-5 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 9.807 | 9.4610e+15 | 3.0860e+16 | 4.8480e-6 | 0 | 6.283 | 3.0000e+8 | 1,609.34 | 0.514 |
| Centimeter per Second Squared | 100 | 1 | 0.1 | 0.008 | 980.665 | 30.48 | 91.44 | 0.005 | 1 | 1 | 0.981 | 980.665 | 9.4610e+17 | 3.0860e+18 | 0 | 0.029 | 628.319 | 3.0000e+10 | 1.6093e+5 | 51.444 |
| Millimeter per Second Squared | 1,000 | 10 | 1 | 0.077 | 9,806.65 | 304.8 | 914.4 | 0.049 | 10 | 10 | 9.807 | 9,806.65 | 9.4610e+18 | 3.0860e+19 | 0.005 | 0.291 | 6,283.19 | 3.0000e+11 | 1.6093e+6 | 514.444 |
| Kilometer per Hour Squared | 1.2960e+4 | 129.6 | 12.96 | 1 | 1.2709e+5 | 3,950.208 | 1.1851e+4 | 0.631 | 129.6 | 129.6 | 127.094 | 1.2709e+5 | 1.2261e+20 | 3.9995e+20 | 0.063 | 3.77 | 8.1430e+4 | 3.8880e+12 | 2.0857e+7 | 6,667.194 |
| Standard Gravity | 0.102 | 0.001 | 0 | 7.8682e-6 | 1 | 0.031 | 0.093 | 4.9664e-6 | 0.001 | 0.001 | 0.001 | 1 | 9.6475e+14 | 3.1468e+15 | 4.9436e-7 | 2.9662e-5 | 0.641 | 3.0591e+7 | 164.107 | 0.052 |
| Foot per Second Squared | 3.281 | 0.033 | 0.003 | 0 | 32.174 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0.033 | 0.033 | 0.032 | 32.174 | 3.1040e+16 | 1.0125e+17 | 1.5906e-5 | 0.001 | 20.614 | 9.8425e+8 | 5,279.987 | 1.688 |
| Yard per Second Squared | 1.094 | 0.011 | 0.001 | 8.4384e-5 | 10.725 | 0.333 | 1 | 5.3263e-5 | 0.011 | 0.011 | 0.011 | 10.725 | 1.0347e+16 | 3.3749e+16 | 5.3018e-6 | 0 | 6.871 | 3.2808e+8 | 1,759.996 | 0.563 |
| Mile per Hour Squared | 2.0532e+4 | 205.323 | 20.532 | 1.584 | 2.0135e+5 | 6,258.251 | 1.8775e+4 | 1 | 205.323 | 205.323 | 201.353 | 2.0135e+5 | 1.9426e+20 | 6.3363e+20 | 0.1 | 5.973 | 1.2901e+5 | 6.1597e+12 | 3.3043e+7 | 1.0563e+4 |
| Galileo | 100 | 1 | 0.1 | 0.008 | 980.665 | 30.48 | 91.44 | 0.005 | 1 | 1 | 0.981 | 980.665 | 9.4610e+17 | 3.0860e+18 | 0 | 0.029 | 628.319 | 3.0000e+10 | 1.6093e+5 | 51.444 |
| Centimeter per Second Squared | 100 | 1 | 0.1 | 0.008 | 980.665 | 30.48 | 91.44 | 0.005 | 1 | 1 | 0.981 | 980.665 | 9.4610e+17 | 3.0860e+18 | 0 | 0.029 | 628.319 | 3.0000e+10 | 1.6093e+5 | 51.444 |
| Milli-Galileo | 101.972 | 1.02 | 0.102 | 0.008 | 1,000 | 31.081 | 93.243 | 0.005 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 1 | 1,000 | 9.6475e+17 | 3.1468e+18 | 0 | 0.03 | 640.707 | 3.0591e+10 | 1.6411e+5 | 52.459 |
| Acceleration due to Gravity | 0.102 | 0.001 | 0 | 7.8682e-6 | 1 | 0.031 | 0.093 | 4.9664e-6 | 0.001 | 0.001 | 0.001 | 1 | 9.6475e+14 | 3.1468e+15 | 4.9436e-7 | 2.9662e-5 | 0.641 | 3.0591e+7 | 164.107 | 0.052 |
| Light Year per Second Squared | 1.0570e-16 | 1.0570e-18 | 1.0570e-19 | 8.1556e-21 | 1.0365e-15 | 3.2216e-17 | 9.6649e-17 | 5.1478e-21 | 1.0570e-18 | 1.0570e-18 | 1.0365e-18 | 1.0365e-15 | 1 | 3.262 | 5.1242e-22 | 3.0746e-20 | 6.6411e-16 | 3.1709e-8 | 1.7010e-13 | 5.4375e-17 |
| Parsec per Second Squared | 3.2404e-17 | 3.2404e-19 | 3.2404e-20 | 2.5003e-21 | 3.1778e-16 | 9.8769e-18 | 2.9631e-17 | 1.5782e-21 | 3.2404e-19 | 3.2404e-19 | 3.1778e-19 | 3.1778e-16 | 0.307 | 1 | 1.5710e-22 | 9.4261e-21 | 2.0360e-16 | 9.7213e-9 | 5.2150e-14 | 1.6670e-17 |
| Arcsecond per Second Squared | 2.0627e+5 | 2,062.706 | 206.271 | 15.916 | 2.0228e+6 | 6.2871e+4 | 1.8861e+5 | 10.046 | 2,062.706 | 2,062.706 | 2,022.824 | 2.0228e+6 | 1.9515e+21 | 6.3655e+21 | 1 | 60.002 | 1.2960e+6 | 6.1881e+13 | 3.3196e+8 | 1.0611e+5 |
| Degree per Second Squared | 3,437.749 | 34.377 | 3.438 | 0.265 | 3.3713e+4 | 1,047.826 | 3,143.478 | 0.167 | 34.377 | 34.377 | 33.713 | 3.3713e+4 | 3.2525e+19 | 1.0609e+20 | 0.017 | 1 | 2.1600e+4 | 1.0313e+12 | 5.5325e+6 | 1,768.529 |
| Revolution per Second Squared | 0.159 | 0.002 | 0 | 1.2280e-5 | 1.561 | 0.049 | 0.146 | 7.7514e-6 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.002 | 1.561 | 1.5058e+15 | 4.9115e+15 | 7.7158e-7 | 4.6296e-5 | 1 | 4.7746e+7 | 256.134 | 0.082 |
| Speed of Light per Second Squared | 3.3333e-9 | 3.3333e-11 | 3.3333e-12 | 2.5720e-13 | 3.2689e-8 | 1.0160e-9 | 3.0480e-9 | 1.6235e-13 | 3.3333e-11 | 3.3333e-11 | 3.2689e-11 | 3.2689e-8 | 3.1537e+7 | 1.0287e+8 | 1.6160e-14 | 9.6963e-13 | 2.0944e-8 | 1 | 5.3645e-6 | 1.7148e-9 |
| Miles per Second Squared | 0.001 | 6.2137e-6 | 6.2137e-7 | 4.7945e-8 | 0.006 | 0 | 0.001 | 3.0263e-8 | 6.2137e-6 | 6.2137e-6 | 6.0936e-6 | 0.006 | 5.8788e+12 | 1.9176e+13 | 3.0124e-9 | 1.8075e-7 | 0.004 | 1.8641e+5 | 1 | 0 |
| Knot per Second Squared | 1.944 | 0.019 | 0.002 | 0 | 19.063 | 0.592 | 1.777 | 9.4673e-5 | 0.019 | 0.019 | 0.019 | 19.063 | 1.8391e+16 | 5.9987e+16 | 9.4238e-6 | 0.001 | 12.214 | 5.8315e+8 | 3,128.309 | 1 |
Acceleration is a vector quantity that represents the rate of change of velocity of an object with respect to time. It is commonly measured in meters per second squared (m/s²) and is essential in various fields such as physics, engineering, and automotive industries. Understanding acceleration is crucial for analyzing motion, whether it’s a car speeding up, a rocket launching, or an object falling under gravity.
The standard unit for measuring acceleration is the meter per second squared (m/s²). However, there are various other units used depending on the context, including centimeter per second squared (cm/s²), kilometer per hour squared (km/h²), and foot per second squared (ft/s²). This tool allows users to convert between these units seamlessly, ensuring accuracy and consistency in calculations.
The concept of acceleration has its roots in classical mechanics, dating back to the work of Sir Isaac Newton in the 17th century. Newton's second law of motion, which states that force equals mass times acceleration (F=ma), laid the foundation for understanding how forces affect the motion of objects. Over the years, the study of acceleration has evolved, leading to advancements in technology and engineering, particularly in areas like aerospace and automotive design.
To illustrate how acceleration is calculated, consider a car that increases its speed from 20 m/s to 60 m/s in 5 seconds. The acceleration can be calculated as follows:
[ \text{Acceleration} = \frac{\text{Change in Velocity}}{\text{Time}} = \frac{60 , \text{m/s} - 20 , \text{m/s}}{5 , \text{s}} = \frac{40 , \text{m/s}}{5 , \text{s}} = 8 , \text{m/s}² ]
Different units of acceleration are used in various applications. For instance, in automotive engineering, acceleration is often expressed in meters per second squared (m/s²) or kilometers per hour squared (km/h²). In aeronautics, g-forces (g) are commonly used to describe the acceleration experienced by pilots and passengers. This tool provides a comprehensive list of units, including gal, milliG, and light speed per second squared, making it versatile for different fields.
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What is acceleration? Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object over time, measured in units such as m/s².
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What units can I convert using this tool? You can convert between various units, including m/s², km/h², g, and more.
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What is the standard unit of acceleration? The standard unit of acceleration is meters per second squared (m/s²).
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What is a g-force? G-force is a measure of acceleration relative to the acceleration due to gravity, commonly used in aviation and automotive contexts.
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