Galileo to Millimeter per Square Second Conversion

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

From Galileo

Gal

To Millimeter per Square Second

mm/s²

How to Convert Galileo to Millimeter per Square Second

Conversion Formula

1 Gal = 10 mm/s²

1 mm/s² = 0.1 Gal

Example

Convert 15 Gal to mm/s²:

15 Gal = 15 × 10 mm/s² = 150 mm/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

Millimeter per Square Second

mm/s²

Definition

The millimeter per square second (mm/s²) is a unit of acceleration, representing the rate of change of velocity per unit time in millimeters. It is equal to one-thousandth of a meter per square second.

History/Origin

Derived from the millimeter, a metric unit of length equal to one-thousandth of a meter, and the second. It is used for measuring very small accelerations in precision scientific applications.

Current Use

Used in precision measurements, micro-mechanical systems, and scientific research where very small accelerations need to be measured with high accuracy.

Multiplier

0.001

Offset