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Meter per Secondm/s
Source UnitThe meter per second (m/s) is the derived unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI). It quantifies the rate at which an object moves. Specifically, it expresses how many meters are traveled in one second, making it a crucial measurement in various fields such as physics, engineering, and everyday life. The m/s unit is dimensionally represented as [L][T]⁻¹, where [L] denotes length and [T] denotes time, indicating that speed is a measure of distance over time. The use of m/s is standardized worldwide, facilitating clear communication of speed metrics in scientific and engineering contexts.
Current Use
The meter per second is widely employed in various fields, including physics, engineering, and everyday life. It serves as a standard unit for measuring speed in scientific research, automotive engineering, and aviation. In sports, performance metrics are often expressed in meters per second to indicate speed and efficiency. The m/s unit is also essential in calculating velocities in fluid dynamics, meteorology, and even in pedestrian traffic flow studies, making it a versatile and crucial unit of measure.
Fun Fact
The speed of sound in air at sea level is approximately 343 m/s.
Mach 20M20
Target UnitMach 20 is a dimensionless unit used to describe the speed of an object moving through a fluid, specifically the atmosphere. Defined as 20 times the speed of sound in air at a given temperature and pressure, Mach 20 equates to approximately 24,000 kilometers per hour or 15,000 miles per hour under standard conditions (20°C at sea level). As the speed of sound varies with temperature, Mach 20 provides a relative measure of speed that is particularly useful in aerospace and high-speed engineering contexts.
Current Use
Mach 20 is primarily used in aerospace engineering, particularly in the design and evaluation of spacecraft and high-speed aircraft. It serves as a benchmark for hypersonic flight, which is defined as speeds exceeding Mach 5. Countries leading in aerospace technology, such as the USA, Russia, and China, utilize Mach numbers in their research and development of advanced flight vehicles and missiles.
Fun Fact
Mach 20 is approximately 20 times faster than the speed of sound at sea level.
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Meter per Second
speed • SI Unit
Definition
The meter per second (m/s) is the derived unit of speed in the International System of Units (SI). It quantifies the rate at which an object moves. Specifically, it expresses how many meters are traveled in one second, making it a crucial measurement in various fields such as physics, engineering, and everyday life. The m/s unit is dimensionally represented as [L][T]⁻¹, where [L] denotes length and [T] denotes time, indicating that speed is a measure of distance over time. The use of m/s is standardized worldwide, facilitating clear communication of speed metrics in scientific and engineering contexts.
History & Origin
The meter per second as a unit of speed emerged with the establishment of the metric system in France during the late 18th century. The metric system was designed to provide a universal standard for measurement, promoting ease of trade and communication. The meter was defined originally as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, while the second was defined based on the Earth's rotation, which evolved into the atomic definition we use today. These foundational concepts were formalized in the 1790s, leading to the introduction of the meter per second as a natural unit for speed.
Etymology: The term 'meter' originates from the Greek word 'metron', meaning 'measure'. The word 'second' comes from the Latin 'secunda', meaning 'second' in a series, referring to the division of time.
Current Use
The meter per second is widely employed in various fields, including physics, engineering, and everyday life. It serves as a standard unit for measuring speed in scientific research, automotive engineering, and aviation. In sports, performance metrics are often expressed in meters per second to indicate speed and efficiency. The m/s unit is also essential in calculating velocities in fluid dynamics, meteorology, and even in pedestrian traffic flow studies, making it a versatile and crucial unit of measure.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The speed of sound in air at sea level is approximately 343 m/s.
- •In the United States, miles per hour (mph) is commonly used, but scientists often convert to m/s for precise calculations.
- •The fastest recorded human footspeed is around 12.4 m/s, achieved by Usain Bolt during a 100-meter sprint.
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Mach 20
speed • Non-SI
Definition
Mach 20 is a dimensionless unit used to describe the speed of an object moving through a fluid, specifically the atmosphere. Defined as 20 times the speed of sound in air at a given temperature and pressure, Mach 20 equates to approximately 24,000 kilometers per hour or 15,000 miles per hour under standard conditions (20°C at sea level). As the speed of sound varies with temperature, Mach 20 provides a relative measure of speed that is particularly useful in aerospace and high-speed engineering contexts.
History & Origin
The term 'Mach' is named after the Austrian physicist Ernst Mach, who studied the behavior of shock waves and supersonic motion in the late 19th century. His work laid the foundation for understanding high-speed aerodynamics. The unit was first used to quantify speeds exceeding the speed of sound, which was largely theoretical until the advent of jet propulsion and supersonic flight in the 20th century.
Etymology: The term originates from the last name of Ernst Mach, who contributed significantly to the understanding of sound and shock waves.
Current Use
Mach 20 is primarily used in aerospace engineering, particularly in the design and evaluation of spacecraft and high-speed aircraft. It serves as a benchmark for hypersonic flight, which is defined as speeds exceeding Mach 5. Countries leading in aerospace technology, such as the USA, Russia, and China, utilize Mach numbers in their research and development of advanced flight vehicles and missiles.
💡 Fun Facts
- •Mach 20 is approximately 20 times faster than the speed of sound at sea level.
- •At Mach 20, an object can travel from New York to London in under 30 minutes.
- •The first aircraft to achieve speeds above Mach 3 was the Bell X-1, but Mach 20 remains a theoretical goal for current technologies.
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