Galileo to Yard per Square Second Conversion

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

From Galileo

Gal

To Yard per Square Second

yd/s²

How to Convert Galileo to Yard per Square Second

Conversion Formula

1 Gal = 0.011 yd/s²

1 yd/s² = 91.44 Gal

Example

Convert 15 Gal to yd/s²:

15 Gal = 15 × 0.011 yd/s² = 0.164 yd/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

Yard per Square Second

yd/s²

Definition

The yard per square second (yd/s²) is a unit of acceleration, representing the rate of change of velocity per unit time in yards. It is equal to 0.9144 meters per square second.

History/Origin

Derived from the yard, an imperial unit of length, and the second. It is used for measuring accelerations in imperial system applications, particularly in engineering and construction.

Current Use

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

Multiplier

0.914

Offset