1. What is M/S to Km/H Conversion?

The conversion between meters per second (m/s) and kilometers per hour (km/h) is a common unit conversion in physics and everyday life, especially for measuring speed.

2. How Does the Conversion Work?

The conversion formula is:

Where:

• 1 meter per second = 3.6 kilometers per hour
• This comes from (3600 seconds/hour) / (1000 meters/kilometer)

Explanation: Since there are 1000 meters in a kilometer and 3600 seconds in an hour, multiplying m/s by 3.6 converts it to km/h.

3. Practical Applications

Details: This conversion is commonly used in weather reports (wind speed), vehicle speed measurements, and physics calculations.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter speed in meters per second (m/s) to get the equivalent speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The value must be non-negative.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the conversion factor 3.6?
A: Because 1 m/s = (1/1000 km)/(1/3600 h) = 3600/1000 km/h = 3.6 km/h.

Q2: How do I convert km/h back to m/s?
A: Divide km/h by 3.6 (or multiply by 0.277778).

Q3: What is a typical walking speed in both units?
A: About 1.4 m/s or 5 km/h.

Q4: What's the speed limit conversion for roads?
A: 50 km/h ≈ 13.89 m/s, 100 km/h ≈ 27.78 m/s.

Q5: Which unit is better for scientific work?
A: m/s is the SI unit and generally preferred in physics, while km/h is more common in everyday usage.