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.
1 ken = 0.00114382289417 NM. To convert ken to nautical mile (international), multiply the value by 0.00114382289417; to go the other way, divide by it (1 NM = 874.261220945 ken). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ken = 0.00114382289417 NM
- 1 NM = 874.261220945 ken
- 10 ken = 0.0114382289417 NM
- 100 ken = 0.114382289417 NM
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
| ken | nautical mile (international) |
|---|---|
| 1 ken | 0.00114382289417 NM |
| 2 ken | 0.00228764578834 NM |
| 3 ken | 0.00343146868251 NM |
| 5 ken | 0.00571911447084 NM |
| 10 ken | 0.0114382289417 NM |
| 20 ken | 0.0228764578834 NM |
| 50 ken | 0.0571911447084 NM |
| 100 ken | 0.114382289417 NM |
| 500 ken | 0.571911447084 NM |
| 1000 ken | 1.14382289417 NM |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ken in nautical mile (international)?
1 ken (ken) = 0.00114382289417 nautical mile (international) (NM).
How do you convert ken to nautical mile (international)?
Multiply the ken value by 0.00114382289417. For example, 25 ken × 0.00114382289417 = 0.0285955723542 NM.
What is 10 ken in nautical mile (international)?
10 ken = 0.0114382289417 NM.
Which unit is larger, the ken or the nautical mile (international)?
The nautical mile (international) is the larger unit: 1 ken equals only 0.00114382289417 NM.