Convert centimeter/second to mile/second
Please provide values below to convert centimeter/second [cm/s] to mile/second [mi/s], or Convert mile/second to centimeter/second.
How to Convert Centimeter/second to Mile/second
1 cm/s = 6.21371192237334e-06 mi/s
Example: convert 15 cm/s to mi/s:
15 cm/s = 15 × 6.21371192237334e-06 mi/s = 9.32056788356001e-05 mi/s
Centimeter/second to Mile/second Conversion Table
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Centimeter/second
A unit of speed representing the distance of one centimeter traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The centimeter per second has been used in scientific and engineering contexts where metric units are standard, especially before the widespread adoption of SI units. It is a derived unit based on the centimeter and second, both of which have historical roots in the metric system developed in France during the late 18th century.
Current Use
The centimeter per second is primarily used in scientific research, fluid dynamics, and engineering applications where small-scale speed measurements are required. It is also used in certain fields like biology and physics for precise velocity measurements.
Mile/second
A mile per second (mi/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one mile traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The mile per second has been used primarily in scientific contexts, especially in astronomy and physics, to measure extremely high velocities such as those of celestial objects. Its usage has been limited due to the convenience of metric units in scientific measurement.
Current Use
Today, the mile per second is mainly used in scientific research, particularly in astrophysics and space science, to describe high-velocity phenomena like the speed of spacecraft, stars, or other celestial bodies.