Convert kilopound-force to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert kilopound-force [kipf] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to kilopound-force.
How to Convert Kilopound-Force to Kilonewton
1 kipf = 4.44822162 kN
Example: convert 15 kipf to kN:
15 kipf = 15 × 4.44822162 kN = 66.7233243 kN
Kilopound-Force to Kilonewton Conversion Table
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Kilopound-Force
A kilopound-force (kipf) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 pounds-force, primarily used in engineering and construction to measure large forces.
History/Origin
The kilopound-force originated in the United States as a practical unit for structural engineering, especially in the context of large-scale construction projects, and has been used since the mid-20th century.
Current Use
Today, the kilopound-force is mainly used in civil and structural engineering within the US to specify forces in design and analysis, although it is less common internationally due to the adoption of SI units.
Kilonewton
A kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons, where one newton is the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.
History/Origin
The kilonewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring larger forces, especially in engineering and physics, replacing the larger but less practical units like the kilopond.
Current Use
The kilonewton is commonly used in engineering, structural analysis, and physics to quantify forces such as loads, tensions, and pressures in various applications.