Convert nautical mile (international) to long cubit
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to long cubit [long cubit], or Convert long cubit to nautical mile (international).
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Long Cubit
1 NM = 3472.06599175103 long cubit
Example: convert 15 NM to long cubit:
15 NM = 15 × 3472.06599175103 long cubit = 52080.9898762655 long cubit
Nautical Mile (International) to Long Cubit Conversion Table
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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.
Long Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.