Convert foot/second to Cosmic velocity - second
Please provide values below to convert foot/second [ft/s] to Cosmic velocity - second [None], or Convert Cosmic velocity - second to foot/second.
How to Convert Foot/second to Cosmic Velocity - Second
1 ft/s = 2.72142857142857e-05 None
Example: convert 15 ft/s to None:
15 ft/s = 15 × 2.72142857142857e-05 None = 0.000408214285714286 None
Foot/second to Cosmic Velocity - Second Conversion Table
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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.
Cosmic Velocity - Second
Cosmic velocity is the minimum velocity an object must have to escape the gravitational influence of a celestial body without further propulsion.
History/Origin
The concept of cosmic velocity originated in the early 20th century with the development of orbital mechanics and space exploration, initially used to describe escape velocities from planets and the Earth.
Current Use
Cosmic velocity is used in astrophysics and space science to determine escape velocities for spacecraft and celestial bodies, aiding in mission planning and understanding gravitational influences.