Convert knot (UK) to kilometer/second
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to kilometer/second [km/s], or Convert kilometer/second to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Kilometer/second
1 kt (UK) = 0.0005147733333 km/s
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to km/s:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 0.0005147733333 km/s = 0.0077215999995 km/s
Knot (Uk) to Kilometer/second Conversion Table
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Knot (Uk)
A knot (kt) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, commonly used in maritime and aviation contexts.
History/Origin
The knot originated in the 17th century as a measure for sailors to estimate their 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 nautical speed unit over time.
Current Use
Today, the knot is primarily used in maritime and aviation industries worldwide to measure vessel and aircraft speeds, maintaining its historical significance and practical application.
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.