Convert ken to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Nautical Mile (International)
1 ken = 0.00114382289416847 NM
Example: convert 15 ken to NM:
15 ken = 15 × 0.00114382289416847 NM = 0.017157343412527 NM
Ken to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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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.
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.