Cubic yards per hour to Cubic yards per second conversion

How to convert cubic yards per hour to cubic yards per second?

To convert cubic yards per hour (yd³/h) to cubic yards per second (yd³/s), you need to account for the number of seconds in an hour. There are 3600 seconds in an hour (60 minutes per hour * 60 seconds per minute).

Here's the conversion step-by-step:

1. Start with the given value: 1 cubic yard per hour (1 yd³/h).

2. Convert hours to seconds: Since we know that 1 hour is equivalent to 3600 seconds, we can use this relationship to make the conversion.

   $1 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{1 \text{ yd³}}{3600 \text{ s}}$

3. Perform the division:

   $1 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{1}{3600} \text{ yd³/s}$

4. Simplify the fraction if necessary (it already is in this case):

   $1 \text{ yd³/h} \approx 0.00027778 \text{ yd³/s}$

So, 1 cubic yard per hour is approximately 0.00027778 cubic yards per second.

Real-World Examples for Other Quantities of Cubic Yards per Hour:

1. Concrete Mixer: A typical concrete mixer might output around 10 cubic yards per hour.

   • Conversion to cubic yards per second: $10 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{10}{3600} \text{ yd³/s} \approx 0.00277778 \text{ yd³/s}$

2. Excavation Equipment: An average small excavation machine might move about 15 cubic yards per hour.

   • Conversion to cubic yards per second: $15 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{15}{3600} \text{ yd³/s} \approx 0.00416667 \text{ yd³/s}$

3. Water Flow in Irrigation: A large irrigation pump may move water at a rate of 50 cubic yards per hour.

   • Conversion to cubic yards per second: $50 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{50}{3600} \text{ yd³/s} \approx 0.01388889 \text{ yd³/s}$

4. Snow Removal Vehicle: A snow blower or removal vehicle might clear around 5 cubic yards of snow per hour.

   • Conversion to cubic yards per second: $5 \text{ yd³/h} = \frac{5}{3600} \text{ yd³/s} \approx 0.00138889 \text{ yd³/s}$

By using these real-world examples, it’s easier to grasp the conversion and gain a practical understanding of flow rates in various contexts.