Convert ounce-force inch to kilocalorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force inch [ozf*in] to kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)], or Convert kilocalorie (IT) to ounce-force inch.
How to Convert Ounce-Force Inch to Kilocalorie (It)
1 ozf*in = 1.68662224132989e-06 kcal (IT)
Example: convert 15 ozf*in to kcal (IT):
15 ozf*in = 15 × 1.68662224132989e-06 kcal (IT) = 2.52993336199484e-05 kcal (IT)
Ounce-Force Inch to Kilocalorie (It) Conversion Table
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Ounce-Force Inch
Ounce-force inch (ozf·in) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one ounce-force applied at a distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The ounce-force inch originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure torque. It has been used historically in the United States and other countries employing imperial units, but has largely been replaced by the metric system in scientific applications.
Current Use
Today, ounce-force inch is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as small-scale mechanical and automotive applications, where imperial units are still prevalent. It is considered a non-SI unit and is less common in modern scientific and international standards.
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.