g-Force to m/s² Converter

Convert acceleration from g-force units to meters per second squared. Used in physics, aerospace, and automotive engineering.

g

Meters per Second²

9.8067 m/s²

Feet per Second²32.1740 ft/s²

How to Convert g-Force to m/s²

Formula

m/s² = g x 9.80665

The standard acceleration due to gravity (g) is defined as exactly 9.80665 m/s². This value was adopted by the 3rd General Conference on Weights and Measures in 1901 as a standard reference. One g is the nominal gravitational acceleration at sea level on Earth.

Typical Accelerations

ScenarioApproximate g Standing on Earth1 g Commercial aircraft takeoff0.3-0.5 g Roller coaster peak3-6 g Fighter jet maneuverup to 9 g

Example Calculation

Convert 1 g to m/s².

  1. 01Standard gravity: 1 g = 9.80665 m/s² (exact definition)
  2. 02m/s² = 1 * 9.80665 = 9.80665 m/s²
  3. 03In imperial: 1 g = 32.174 ft/s²

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