Minute to Radian Conversion

Convert between Minute and Radian quickly and accurately.

From Minute

To Radian

rad

How to Convert Minute to Radian

Conversion Formula

1 ' = 0 rad

1 rad = 3437.747 '

Example

Convert 15 ' to rad:

15 ' = 15 × 0 rad = 0.004 rad

Unit Information

Learn about the angle units you're converting between

Minute

Definition

Minute of arc (arcminute) is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60 of a degree. There are 60 minutes in one degree.

History/Origin

The minute of arc was developed by ancient astronomers who divided degrees into smaller units for more precise measurements. The term comes from the Latin "pars minuta" meaning "small part".

Current Use

Minutes are used in astronomy, navigation, surveying, and other fields requiring precise angular measurements.

Multiplier

0.017

Offset

Radian

rad

Definition

Radian is the SI unit for measuring angles, defined as the angle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius of the circle. One radian equals approximately 57.2958 degrees.

History/Origin

The radian was introduced by James Thomson in 1873. It became the standard unit for angular measurement in the International System of Units (SI) due to its mathematical elegance.

Current Use

Radians are used in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer graphics, and scientific calculations where precise angular measurements are required.

Multiplier

57.296

Offset