Convert inch-pound to kilocalorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert inch-pound [in*lbf] to kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)], or Convert kilocalorie (IT) to inch-pound.
How to Convert Inch-Pound to Kilocalorie (It)
1 in*lbf = 2.69859630266552e-05 kcal (IT)
Example: convert 15 in*lbf to kcal (IT):
15 in*lbf = 15 × 2.69859630266552e-05 kcal (IT) = 0.000404789445399828 kcal (IT)
Inch-Pound to Kilocalorie (It) Conversion Table
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Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.
Kilocalorie (It)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a measure of heat energy, primarily used in nutrition and thermodynamics. It became standard in dietary contexts to quantify food energy intake.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to express the energy content of foods and beverages, and in scientific contexts related to energy measurement in biological and physical systems.