Convert twip to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert twip [twip] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to twip.
1 twip = 9.52424406048e-09 NM. To convert twip to nautical mile (international), multiply the value by 9.52424406048e-09; to go the other way, divide by it (1 NM = 104995209.452 twip). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 twip = 9.52424406048e-09 NM
- 1 NM = 104995209.452 twip
- 10 twip = 9.52424406048e-08 NM
- 100 twip = 9.52424406048e-07 NM
How to Convert Twip to Nautical Mile (International)
1 twip = 9.52424406047516e-09 NM
Example: convert 15 twip to NM:
15 twip = 15 × 9.52424406047516e-09 NM = 1.42863660907127e-07 NM
Twip to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
| twip | nautical mile (international) |
|---|---|
| 1 twip | 9.52424406048e-09 NM |
| 2 twip | 1.9048488121e-08 NM |
| 3 twip | 2.85727321814e-08 NM |
| 5 twip | 4.76212203024e-08 NM |
| 10 twip | 9.52424406048e-08 NM |
| 20 twip | 1.9048488121e-07 NM |
| 50 twip | 4.76212203024e-07 NM |
| 100 twip | 9.52424406048e-07 NM |
| 500 twip | 4.76212203024e-06 NM |
| 1000 twip | 9.52424406048e-06 NM |
Twip
A twip (twentieth of a point) is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/1440 of an inch.
History/Origin
The twip was invented by Microsoft as a device-independent unit for layout calculations in its software.
Current Use
The twip is used internally by some software programs for screen and print layout.
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 twip in nautical mile (international)?
1 twip (twip) = 9.52424406048e-09 nautical mile (international) (NM).
How do you convert twip to nautical mile (international)?
Multiply the twip value by 9.52424406048e-09. For example, 25 twip × 9.52424406048e-09 = 2.38106101512e-07 NM.
What is 10 twip in nautical mile (international)?
10 twip = 9.52424406048e-08 NM.
Which unit is larger, the twip or the nautical mile (international)?
The nautical mile (international) is the larger unit: 1 twip equals only 9.52424406048e-09 NM.