Convert centimeter/second to foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert centimeter/second [cm/s] to foot/minute [ft/min], or Convert foot/minute to centimeter/second.
How to Convert Centimeter/second to Foot/minute
1 cm/s = 1.96850393700787 ft/min
Example: convert 15 cm/s to ft/min:
15 cm/s = 15 × 1.96850393700787 ft/min = 29.5275590551181 ft/min
Centimeter/second to Foot/minute Conversion Table
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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.
Foot/minute
Foot per minute (ft/min) is a unit of speed representing the number of feet traveled in one minute.
History/Origin
The foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and construction to measure speed, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard. Its usage predates the widespread adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, ft/min is primarily used in fields such as HVAC, ventilation, and certain engineering applications to measure airflow or movement speed where imperial units are preferred.