Convert aln to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert aln [aln] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to aln.
How to Convert Aln to Nautical Mile (International)
1 aln = 0.000320614350863931 NM
Example: convert 15 aln to NM:
15 aln = 15 × 0.000320614350863931 NM = 0.00480921526295896 NM
Aln to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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Aln
An aln is an obsolete Swedish unit of length, roughly equivalent to 2 Swedish feet or about 59 centimeters.
History/Origin
The aln was the Swedish version of the ell, a common unit of length for measuring cloth throughout Europe.
Current Use
The aln is no longer in use.
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.