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Acceleration Converter
Acceleration is the rate of change of speed, in m/sΒ². Standard gravity g = 9.80665 m/sΒ² is used as a reference in engineering and physics.
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About this category: Acceleration
Acceleration is the rate of change of speed, in m/sΒ². Standard gravity g = 9.80665 m/sΒ² is used as a reference in engineering and physics.
Acceleration is in m/sΒ²; standard gravity g = 9.80665 m/sΒ².
Practical uses
- Seismic and vibration load analysis
- Vehicle and elevator performance
- Mechanics and dynamics
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| Unit | Name | Definition | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| m/sΒ² | Meter per Second Squared | The SI base unit of acceleration. | SI Derived |
| g | Standard Gravity | Standard gravitational acceleration = 9.80665 m/sΒ². | Non-SI |
| ft/sΒ² | Foot per Second Squared | The imperial acceleration unit. | Non-SI |
| km/(hΒ·s) | Km per Hour per Second | Acceleration as km/h gained per second. | Non-SI |
| mph/s | Mile per Hour per Second | Acceleration as mph gained per second. | Non-SI |
| Gal | Galileo (Gal) | One Gal = 1 cm/sΒ², used in geophysics. | Non-SI |
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