Degree per Hour to Radian per Minute Conversion

Convert between Degree per Hour and Radian per Minute quickly and accurately.

From Degree per Hour

°/h

To Radian per Minute

rad/min

How to Convert Degree per Hour to Radian per Minute

Conversion Formula

1 °/h = 0 rad/min

1 rad/min = 3437.747 °/h

Example

Convert 15 °/h to rad/min:

15 °/h = 15 × 0 rad/min = 0.004 rad/min

Unit Information

Learn about the velocity - angular units you're converting between

Degree per Hour

°/h

Definition

The degree per hour is a unit of angular velocity representing the rate of angular displacement in degrees over a one-hour period. It is used for measuring moderate-speed rotational motions in mechanical and astronomical applications.

History/Origin

Degree per hour was established as an intermediate unit between degree per second and degree per day for measuring angular velocities in various applications. It provides a convenient scale for describing rotational speeds using familiar degree measurements.

Current Use

Degree per hour is used in mechanical engineering for describing slow motor speeds, in astronomy for tracking celestial object movements, and in industrial applications for monitoring rotational equipment performance over hourly intervals.

Multiplier

Offset

Radian per Minute

rad/min

Definition

The radian per minute is a unit of angular velocity representing the rate of angular displacement over a one-minute period. It is commonly used for measuring rotational speeds in mechanical systems, motor specifications, and industrial equipment.

History/Origin

Radian per minute was developed as a practical unit for mechanical engineering applications where rotational speeds are often measured in minutes rather than seconds. It provides a convenient scale for describing moderate-speed rotational motion in industrial contexts.

Current Use

Radian per minute is widely used in mechanical engineering for motor specifications, in industrial automation for describing conveyor belt speeds, and in manufacturing for monitoring rotational equipment performance in production processes.

Multiplier

0.017

Offset