Convert millimeter/second to knot
Please provide values below to convert millimeter/second [mm/s] to knot [kt], or Convert knot to millimeter/second.
How to Convert Millimeter/second to Knot
1 mm/s = 0.00194384449260854 kt
Example: convert 15 mm/s to kt:
15 mm/s = 15 × 0.00194384449260854 kt = 0.0291576673891281 kt
Millimeter/second to Knot Conversion Table
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Millimeter/second
Millimeter per second (mm/s) is a unit of speed representing the distance of one millimeter traveled in one second.
History/Origin
The millimeter per second has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure small-scale velocities, especially in fields like fluid dynamics and material science, as a standard unit derived from the metric system.
Current Use
Today, mm/s is commonly used in scientific research, engineering, and technical applications to quantify low velocities, such as in microfluidics, biomechanics, and precision manufacturing.
Knot
A knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, commonly used in maritime and aviation contexts.
History/Origin
The knot originated from the practice of measuring a ship's 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 unit of speed in maritime navigation.
Current Use
Today, the knot is primarily used in maritime and aviation industries to express the speed of ships and aircraft, providing a consistent measurement across international waters and airspace.