Walking
1.389 m/s - Speed; example.
Walking is a form of human locomotion where one foot is always in contact with the ground.
A constant 5 km/h walking model, excluding stops.
Defined examples — our methodologyWalking vs Running: speed comparison
A running pace is about 2 times a walking pace. Selected basis: an example for Walking; an example for Running; approximate values.
- Walking
- Speed
- Running
- Speed
DISTANCE IN ONE SECOND
Walking
1.389 m/sSpeed
0
1.389 m in 1 s
Running
2.778 m/sSpeed
0
2.778 m in 1 s
Each track shows distance covered in the same second. The small illustrations identify the movers; their sizes are schematic.
In perspective2 times
Measurements, assumptions & sources
Running
2.778 m/s - Speed; example.
Running is a method of terrestrial locomotion in which humans move rapidly on foot, with both feet leaving the ground during each stride.
A chosen steady 10 km/h run.
Defined examples — our methodology
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MotionWalking1.389 m/sWalking is a form of human locomotion where one foot is always in contact with the ground.MotionRunning2.778 m/sRunning is a method of terrestrial locomotion in which humans move rapidly on foot, with both feet leaving the ground during each stride.
MotionSound in air1,235 km/hSound in air is the propagation of pressure waves through the atmosphere, which can be heard by humans and animals.
MotionInternational Space Station28,160 km/hThe International Space Station is a large habitable satellite that orbits Earth and serves as a research laboratory.MotionLight in vacuum100% of c (1c)Light in vacuum is electromagnetic radiation that travels through empty space without any material medium.MotionSprinting36 km/hSprinting is running at full speed over a short distance, requiring maximum effort and power.Side by side
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Illustrative artwork · not to scale
Illustrative artwork · not to scale
Illustrative artwork · not to scale
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