Convert Earth's equatorial radius to mile (statute)
Please provide values below to convert Earth's equatorial radius [R_e] to mile (statute) [mi (US)], or Convert mile (statute) to Earth's equatorial radius.
How to Convert Earth's Equatorial Radius to Mile (Statute)
1 R_e = 3963.18266556196 mi (US)
Example: convert 15 R_e to mi (US):
15 R_e = 15 × 3963.18266556196 mi (US) = 59447.7399834294 mi (US)
Earth's Equatorial Radius to Mile (Statute) Conversion Table
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Earth's Equatorial Radius
The Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the equator, approximately 6,378.1 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size and shape of the Earth have been a subject of study since ancient times. Modern measurements are made using satellite geodesy.
Current Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is a fundamental parameter in geodesy, geophysics, and astronomy. It is used in cartography and for defining the shape of the Earth.
Mile (Statute)
A statute mile is a unit of length equal to 5,280 feet.
History/Origin
The statute mile was defined by an Act of the English Parliament in 1592 during the reign of Elizabeth I.
Current Use
The statute mile is the standard unit for measuring road distances in the United States and the United Kingdom.