Knots to m/s

Convert kn to m/s using the internationally-agreed conversion factor - the bridge between metric and Imperial marine units.

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

x_{m\,s} = f(x_{kn})

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
$kn$	Value in kn	kn
$m/s$	Value in m/s	m/s

Source: NIST SP 811 / ISO 80000

Convert kn to m/s using the internationally-agreed conversion factor \u2014 the bridge between metric and Imperial marine units.