Fts to knot converter (fts to kn)

Conversion Formula

1 fts = 0.592484 kn

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Foot per second = 0.304800 meters per second
   1 Knot = 0.514444 meters per second
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 fts = (0.304800 m/s) / (0.514444 m/s/kn) = 0.592484 kn
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in fts by 0.592484 to get the equivalent in kn

Example Conversion

Convert 5 fts to kn:

5 fts × 0.592484 = 2.962 kn