Convert knot (UK) to millimeter/second
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to millimeter/second [mm/s], or Convert millimeter/second to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Millimeter/second
1 kt (UK) = 514.7733333 mm/s
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to mm/s:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 514.7733333 mm/s = 7721.5999995 mm/s
Knot (Uk) to Millimeter/second 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.
Millimeter/second
Millimeter per second (mm/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one millimeter traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The millimeter per second has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure small-scale velocities, especially in fields like fluid dynamics and material science, as a standard unit derived from the metric system.
Current Use
Today, mm/s is commonly used in scientific research, engineering, and technical applications to quantify low velocities, such as in microfluidics, biomechanics, and precision manufacturing.