Convert millimeter/minute to centimeter/second
Please provide values below to convert millimeter/minute [mm/min] to centimeter/second [cm/s], or Convert centimeter/second to millimeter/minute.
How to Convert Millimeter/minute to Centimeter/second
1 mm/min = 0.00166666667 cm/s
Example: convert 15 mm/min to cm/s:
15 mm/min = 15 × 0.00166666667 cm/s = 0.02500000005 cm/s
Millimeter/minute to Centimeter/second Conversion Table
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Millimeter/minute
Millimeter per minute (mm/min) is a unit of speed that measures the distance in millimeters traveled per minute.
History/Origin
The millimeter per minute has been used in various scientific and industrial contexts to quantify slow speeds, especially in precision engineering and manufacturing processes. It is derived from the metric system's millimeter unit and the time unit minute, with usage increasing alongside the adoption of metric measurements.
Current Use
Today, mm/min is commonly used in fields such as machining, 3D printing, and material testing to specify the rate of movement or processing speed in precise, small-scale applications.
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.