Convert fathom (US survey) to Earth's equatorial radius
Enter a value below to convert fathom (US survey) [fath (US)] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e]. Reverse conversion: Convert Earth's equatorial radius to fathom (US survey).
1 fath (US) = 2.86730068294e-07 R_e. To convert fathom (US survey) to Earth's equatorial radius, multiply the value by 2.86730068294e-07; to go the other way, divide by it (1 R_e = 3487600.74571 fath (US)). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Fathom (Us Survey) to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Quick Reference
- 1 fath (US) = 2.86730068294e-07 R_e
- 1 R_e = 3487600.74571 fath (US)
- 10 fath (US) = 2.86730068294e-06 R_e
- 100 fath (US) = 2.86730068294e-05 R_e
How to Convert Fathom (Us Survey) to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 fath (US) = 2.86730068294237e-07 R_e
Example: convert 15 fath (US) to R_e:
15 fath (US) = 15 × 2.86730068294237e-07 R_e = 4.30095102441356e-06 R_e
Fathom (Us Survey) to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
| fathom (US survey) | Earth's equatorial radius |
|---|---|
| 1 fath (US) | 2.86730068294e-07 R_e |
| 2 fath (US) | 5.73460136588e-07 R_e |
| 3 fath (US) | 8.60190204883e-07 R_e |
| 5 fath (US) | 1.43365034147e-06 R_e |
| 10 fath (US) | 2.86730068294e-06 R_e |
| 20 fath (US) | 5.73460136588e-06 R_e |
| 50 fath (US) | 1.43365034147e-05 R_e |
| 100 fath (US) | 2.86730068294e-05 R_e |
| 500 fath (US) | 0.000143365034147 R_e |
| 1000 fath (US) | 0.000286730068294 R_e |
Fathom (Us Survey): Definition and Use
A U.S. survey fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 U.S. survey feet.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey fathom is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was slightly different from the international foot. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey fathom was used in surveying in the United States.
Earth's Equatorial Radius: Definition and Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the equator, approximately 6,378.1 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size and shape of the Earth have been a subject of study since ancient times. Modern measurements are made using satellite geodesy.
Current Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is a fundamental parameter in geodesy, geophysics, and astronomy. It is used in cartography and for defining the shape of the Earth.
Fathom (Us Survey) to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom (US survey) in Earth's equatorial radius?
1 fathom (US survey) (fath (US)) = 2.86730068294e-07 Earth's equatorial radius (R_e).
How do you convert fathom (US survey) to Earth's equatorial radius?
Multiply the fathom (US survey) value by 2.86730068294e-07. For example, 25 fath (US) × 2.86730068294e-07 = 7.16825170736e-06 R_e.
What is 10 fathom (US survey) in Earth's equatorial radius?
10 fath (US) = 2.86730068294e-06 R_e.
Which unit is larger, the fathom (US survey) or the Earth's equatorial radius?
The Earth's equatorial radius is the larger unit: 1 fath (US) equals only 2.86730068294e-07 R_e.