Converting from Feet (ft) to [Hist.rus.] Kosaya sazhen (кос.саж)

What is Feet (ft)

Feet (ft) is a unit of length used primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. One foot is equivalent to 12 inches, and it is commonly used to measure height, distances, and various dimensions. The foot is part of the imperial system of measure, which has historical significance and remains widely used in everyday life.

What is [Hist.rus.] Kosaya sazhen (кос.саж)

Kosaya sazhen (кос.саж), translating to "oblique fathom," is a historical Russian unit of measurement for length. It was commonly used in the pre-metric period, particularly in Russia and regions influenced by Russian measurements. One kosaya sazhen is defined as a specific length that relates to both feet and other measurement systems, allowing it to serve practical purposes in traditional and historical contexts.

Conversion Formulas

To convert between Feet (ft) and Kosaya sazhen (кос.саж), the following formulas are employed:

• From Feet to Kosaya sazhen:

  Kosaya sazhen=Feet×0.1229032

• From Kosaya sazhen to Feet:

  Feet=Kosaya sazhen×8.136483

Examples

1. To convert 7 feet to kosaya sazhen:

   Kosaya sazhen=7ft×0.1229032≈0.8603226кос.саж

2. For 12 feet to kosaya sazhen:

   Kosaya sazhen=12ft×0.1229032≈1.474839кос.саж

3. To convert 16 kosaya sazhen to feet:

   Feet=16кос.саж×8.136483≈130.1837ft

4. For 1 kosaya sazhen to feet:

   Feet=1кос.саж×8.136483≈8.136483ft

These examples illustrate how to effectively convert between the two measurements, showcasing the relationship in practical terms.