Convert knot (UK) to foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert knot (UK) [kt (UK)] to foot/minute [ft/min], or Convert foot/minute to knot (UK).
How to Convert Knot (Uk) to Foot/minute
1 kt (UK) = 101.333333326772 ft/min
Example: convert 15 kt (UK) to ft/min:
15 kt (UK) = 15 × 101.333333326772 ft/min = 1519.99999990157 ft/min
Knot (Uk) to Foot/minute 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.
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.