Convert knot (UK) to centimeter/minute
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to centimeter/minute [cm/min], or Convert centimeter/minute to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Centimeter/minute
1 kt (UK) = 3088.63938207212 cm/min
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to cm/min:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 3088.63938207212 cm/min = 46329.5907310819 cm/min
Knot (Uk) to Centimeter/minute Conversion Table
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Knot (Uk)
A knot (kt) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, commonly used in maritime and aviation contexts.
History/Origin
The knot originated in the 17th century as a measure for sailors to estimate their speed using a device called a chip log, which involved counting the number of knots that passed through a sailor's hands over a specific time interval. It became standardized as a nautical speed unit over time.
Current Use
Today, the knot is primarily used in maritime and aviation industries worldwide to measure vessel and aircraft speeds, maintaining its historical significance and practical application.
Centimeter/minute
A unit of speed representing the number of centimeters traveled per minute.
History/Origin
The centimeter per minute has been used in various scientific and industrial contexts to measure slow speeds, especially before the widespread adoption of SI units. It is derived from the centimeter, a metric unit of length, combined with the minute, a unit of time.
Current Use
Currently, the centimeter per minute is primarily used in specialized fields such as material testing, manufacturing processes, and scientific research where precise measurement of slow movements or rates is required. It is less common in everyday applications, having been largely replaced by SI units like meters per second.