Convert cubit (UK) to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert cubit (UK) [cubit (UK)] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to cubit (UK).
How to Convert Cubit (Uk) to Nautical Mile (International)
1 cubit (UK) = 0.000246868250539957 NM
Example: convert 15 cubit (UK) to NM:
15 cubit (UK) = 15 × 0.000246868250539957 NM = 0.00370302375809935 NM
Cubit (Uk) to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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Cubit (Uk)
A cubit is an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. The English cubit was about 18 inches.
History/Origin
The cubit was used by many ancient cultures, including the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Romans. Its length varied from place to place.
Current Use
The cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.