Convert knot (UK) to centimeter/hour
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to centimeter/hour [cm/h], or Convert centimeter/hour to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Centimeter/hour
1 kt (UK) = 185316.91745266 cm/h
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to cm/h:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 185316.91745266 cm/h = 2779753.76178991 cm/h
Knot (Uk) to Centimeter/hour 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.
Centimeter/hour
Centimeter per hour (cm/h) is a unit of speed that measures the distance in centimeters traveled or covered in one hour.
History/Origin
The centimeter per hour has been used primarily in scientific and industrial contexts to measure slow rates of movement or growth, especially in fields like biology and material science. Its usage became more standardized with the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, cm/h is used in applications such as measuring the rate of biological growth, sedimentation, or the movement of fluids and materials in scientific research and engineering.