Convert radian to minute
Please provide values below to convert radian [rad] to minute ['], or Convert minute to radian.
How to Convert Radian to Minute
1 rad = 3437.74676390451 '
Example: convert 15 rad to ':
15 rad = 15 × 3437.74676390451 ' = 51566.2014585676 '
Radian to Minute Conversion Table
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Radian
A radian is the standard unit of angular measure in mathematics, defined as the angle subtended at the center of a circle by an arc equal in length to the circle's radius.
History/Origin
The radian was introduced in the 19th century as a natural unit of angular measurement based on the properties of circles, providing a more mathematically convenient measure than degrees.
Current Use
Radians are widely used in mathematics, physics, and engineering for calculations involving angles, trigonometry, and periodic functions, serving as the standard angular unit in many scientific contexts.
Minute
A minute is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60th of a degree, used to measure angles and geographic coordinates.
History/Origin
The minute originated from the ancient sexagesimal system of the Babylonians, where it was used to divide degrees into smaller parts for more precise measurements. It has been used in astronomy, navigation, and geometry for centuries.
Current Use
Today, the minute is primarily used in astronomy, navigation, and surveying to specify angles with greater precision. It is also used in time measurement, where a minute equals 60 seconds.