Convert kilopond meter to megajoule
Please provide values below to convert kilopond meter [kp*m] to megajoule [MJ], or Convert megajoule to kilopond meter.
How to Convert Kilopond Meter to Megajoule
1 kp*m = 9.80665e-06 MJ
Example: convert 15 kp*m to MJ:
15 kp*m = 15 × 9.80665e-06 MJ = 0.00014709975 MJ
Kilopond Meter to Megajoule Conversion Table
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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.
Megajoule
A megajoule (MJ) is a unit of energy equal to one million joules.
History/Origin
The megajoule was introduced as part of the metric system to measure large amounts of energy, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, aligning with the SI units established in the 20th century.
Current Use
The megajoule is used in fields such as physics, engineering, and energy industries to quantify large energy quantities, including in energy production, consumption, and scientific research.