Convert nautical mile (international) to ken
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to nautical mile (international).
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Ken
1 NM = 874.261220944504 ken
Example: convert 15 NM to ken:
15 NM = 15 × 874.261220944504 ken = 13113.9183141676 ken
Nautical Mile (International) to Ken Conversion Table
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Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.