Galileo to Foot per Square Second Conversion

Convert between Galileo and Foot per Square Second quickly and accurately.

From Galileo

Gal

To Foot per Square Second

ft/s²

How to Convert Galileo to Foot per Square Second

Conversion Formula

1 Gal = 0.033 ft/s²

1 ft/s² = 30.48 Gal

Example

Convert 15 Gal to ft/s²:

15 Gal = 15 × 0.033 ft/s² = 0.492 ft/s²

Unit Information

Learn about the acceleration units you're converting between

Galileo

Gal

Definition

The galileo (Gal) is a unit of acceleration equal to one centimeter per square second. It is an alternative name for the gal, commonly used in geophysics and geology for measuring gravitational acceleration.

History/Origin

Named after Galileo Galilei, the galileo was introduced as an alternative name for the gal in the 19th century for measuring gravitational acceleration in geophysical applications.

Current Use

Used in geophysics, geology, and seismology for measuring gravitational acceleration, seismic activity, and other small accelerations in Earth sciences.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

Foot per Square Second

ft/s²

Definition

The foot per square second (ft/s²) is a unit of acceleration, representing the rate of change of velocity per unit time in feet. It is equal to 0.3048 meters per square second.

History/Origin

Derived from the foot, an imperial unit of length, and the second. It is commonly used in engineering, construction, and other applications where imperial units are preferred.

Current Use

Widely used in engineering, construction, and other applications where accelerations are measured using imperial units, particularly in the United States.

Multiplier

0.305

Offset