Convert knot (UK) to mile/second
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to mile/second [mi/s], or Convert mile/second to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Mile/second
1 kt (UK) = 0.000319865319844607 mi/s
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to mi/s:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 0.000319865319844607 mi/s = 0.00479797979766911 mi/s
Knot (Uk) to Mile/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.
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.