Convert inch-pound to kilopond meter
Please provide values below to convert inch-pound [in*lbf] to kilopond meter [kp*m], or Convert kilopond meter to inch-pound.
How to Convert Inch-Pound to Kilopond Meter
1 in*lbf = 0.0115212462971555 kp*m
Example: convert 15 in*lbf to kp*m:
15 in*lbf = 15 × 0.0115212462971555 kp*m = 0.172818694457333 kp*m
Inch-Pound to Kilopond Meter 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.
Kilopond Meter
A kilopond meter (kp·m) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one kilopond applied at a distance of one meter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The kilopond meter was used in the past within the metric system to quantify torque, especially in mechanical and engineering contexts, before the adoption of the new SI units. It is based on the kilopond, a gravitational unit of force equivalent to the weight of one kilogram under standard gravity.
Current Use
The kilopond meter is largely obsolete and rarely used today. Torque is now typically measured in newton meters (N·m) within the SI system, which is the standard in scientific and engineering applications.