Convert meter/second to knot
Please provide values below to convert meter/second [m/s] to knot [kt], or Convert knot to meter/second.
How to Convert Meter/second to Knot
1 m/s = 1.94384449260854 kt
Example: convert 15 m/s to kt:
15 m/s = 15 × 1.94384449260854 kt = 29.1576673891281 kt
Meter/second to Knot Conversion Table
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Meter/second
The meter per second (m/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance in meters traveled per second.
History/Origin
The meter per second has been used as a standard unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI) since the adoption of the SI system in 1960, based on the meter defined by the speed of light.
Current Use
It is commonly used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts to measure velocity, such as in transportation, aerodynamics, and scientific research.
Knot
A knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, commonly used in maritime and aviation contexts.
History/Origin
The knot originated from the practice of measuring a ship's speed using a device called a chip log, which involved counting the number of knots that passed through a sailor's hands over a specific time interval. It became standardized as a unit of speed in maritime navigation.
Current Use
Today, the knot is primarily used in maritime and aviation industries to express the speed of ships and aircraft, providing a consistent measurement across international waters and airspace.