Speed: Miles per Hour to Knots

Introduction to Speed Conversion: Miles per Hour to Knots

This formula is used to convert speed from miles per hour (mph) to knots. Knots is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, and is most commonly used in navigation, maritime, and aviation contexts. By multiplying a speed in mph by the conversion factor 0.868976, the equivalent speed in knots can be calculated.

Parameter usage:

• Speed in mph is the speed in miles per hour to be converted

Example valid values (Speed in mph):

• Speed in mph = 60

Output:

• Speed in knots = speed in knots according to the input mph

Data validation

The speed in mph should be a positive number.

Summary

This conversion calculator helps in converting speed from miles per hour to knots, a common unit of measurement used in maritime and aviation fields.