Convert kilowatt-second to nanojoule
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-second [kW*s] to nanojoule [nJ], or Convert nanojoule to kilowatt-second.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Second to Nanojoule
1 kW*s = 1000000000000 nJ
Example: convert 15 kW*s to nJ:
15 kW*s = 15 × 1000000000000 nJ = 15000000000000 nJ
Kilowatt-Second to Nanojoule Conversion Table
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Kilowatt-Second
A kilowatt-second (kW·s) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or converted when a power of one kilowatt is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-second has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where power and time are relevant, but it is less common than other energy units like joules or kilowatt-hours.
Current Use
Today, the kilowatt-second is primarily used in specialized fields such as electrical engineering and energy calculations, often for convenience in measuring short-term energy transfer, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most applications.
Nanojoule
A nanojoule (nJ) is a unit of energy equal to one billionth (10^-9) of a joule.
History/Origin
The nanojoule was introduced as part of the SI unit system to measure very small amounts of energy, especially in scientific and technological contexts, with its usage becoming more common with advancements in nanotechnology and micro-scale energy measurements.
Current Use
Nanojoules are used in fields such as electronics, nanotechnology, and physics to quantify small energy quantities, including in the measurement of energy consumption in micro- and nano-scale devices.