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About these units
Earth's Velocity (v⊕)
Earth's orbital velocity around the Sun averages about 29.78 km/s, or roughly 107,000 km/h. This enormous speed is imperceptible to us because everything on Earth—including its atmosphere—moves with the planet. Earth's velocity varies slightly over the year due to its elliptical orbit, being fastest at perihelion (closest to the Sun) and slowest at aphelion (farthest distance). This velocity influences astronomical observations, Doppler shifts in starlight, and the calibration of spacecraft navigation. Earth's motion through the Solar System is a reminder that even when we feel stationary, we are traveling at extraordinary speeds through space.
Mile/Second (mi/s)
A mile per second is an extraordinarily fast speed—3,600 mph—far beyond any ground vehicle. This unit appears primarily in discussions of orbital mechanics, rocket propulsion, and reentry dynamics. Projectiles in theoretical physics or high-energy impact modeling may also be described in miles per second. The unit's infrequent use reflects its specialized nature, but its dramatic magnitude makes it compelling for illustrating the extremes of velocity attainable in space travel and astrophysics.