Convert kilometer/second to foot/second
Please provide values below to convert kilometer/second [km/s] to foot/second [ft/s], or Convert foot/second to kilometer/second.
How to Convert Kilometer/second to Foot/second
1 km/s = 3280.83989501312 ft/s
Example: convert 15 km/s to ft/s:
15 km/s = 15 × 3280.83989501312 ft/s = 49212.5984251968 ft/s
Kilometer/second to Foot/second Conversion Table
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Kilometer/second
A kilometer per second (km/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one kilometer traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The kilometer per second has been used in scientific contexts, particularly in astronomy and physics, to measure high velocities such as the speed of celestial objects and spacecraft. Its usage became prominent with the development of precise measurement techniques in the 20th century.
Current Use
Today, km/s is primarily used in astronomy, astrophysics, and space science to describe the velocities of stars, galaxies, and spacecraft. It is also used in scientific research involving high-speed phenomena.
Foot/second
Foot per second (ft/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one foot traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The foot per second has been used historically in engineering, physics, and aeronautics, originating from the imperial measurement system where the foot is a standard unit of length. Its usage predates the metric system and has been common in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Current Use
Today, ft/s is primarily used in fields such as physics, engineering, and aviation to measure speeds, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard. It is also used in sports and safety standards related to speed measurements.