Convert barleycorn to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert barleycorn [barleycorn] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to barleycorn.
1 barleycorn = 4.57163428726e-06 NM. To convert barleycorn to nautical mile (international), multiply the value by 4.57163428726e-06; to go the other way, divide by it (1 NM = 218740.156619 barleycorn). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 barleycorn = 4.57163428726e-06 NM
- 1 NM = 218740.156619 barleycorn
- 10 barleycorn = 4.57163428726e-05 NM
- 100 barleycorn = 0.000457163428726 NM
How to Convert Barleycorn to Nautical Mile (International)
1 barleycorn = 4.57163428725702e-06 NM
Example: convert 15 barleycorn to NM:
15 barleycorn = 15 × 4.57163428725702e-06 NM = 6.85745143088553e-05 NM
Barleycorn to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
| barleycorn | nautical mile (international) |
|---|---|
| 1 barleycorn | 4.57163428726e-06 NM |
| 2 barleycorn | 9.14326857451e-06 NM |
| 3 barleycorn | 1.37149028618e-05 NM |
| 5 barleycorn | 2.28581714363e-05 NM |
| 10 barleycorn | 4.57163428726e-05 NM |
| 20 barleycorn | 9.14326857451e-05 NM |
| 50 barleycorn | 0.000228581714363 NM |
| 100 barleycorn | 0.000457163428726 NM |
| 500 barleycorn | 0.00228581714363 NM |
| 1000 barleycorn | 0.00457163428726 NM |
Barleycorn
A barleycorn is an old English unit of length, equal to one-third of an inch.
History/Origin
The barleycorn was a unit of measurement in medieval England, and was originally based on the length of a grain of barley. It was a fundamental unit from which other units were derived.
Current Use
The barleycorn is an obsolete unit of measurement, but it is still the basis for shoe sizes in English-speaking countries.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 barleycorn in nautical mile (international)?
1 barleycorn (barleycorn) = 4.57163428726e-06 nautical mile (international) (NM).
How do you convert barleycorn to nautical mile (international)?
Multiply the barleycorn value by 4.57163428726e-06. For example, 25 barleycorn × 4.57163428726e-06 = 0.000114290857181 NM.
What is 10 barleycorn in nautical mile (international)?
10 barleycorn = 4.57163428726e-05 NM.
Which unit is larger, the barleycorn or the nautical mile (international)?
The nautical mile (international) is the larger unit: 1 barleycorn equals only 4.57163428726e-06 NM.