Convert pound-force to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert pound-force [lbf] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to pound-force.
How to Convert Pound-Force to Kilonewton
1 lbf = 0.00444822162 kN
Example: convert 15 lbf to kN:
15 lbf = 15 × 0.00444822162 kN = 0.0667233243 kN
Pound-Force to Kilonewton Conversion Table
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Pound-Force
Pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force in the imperial system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of 32.174 feet per second squared.
History/Origin
The pound-force originated from the British Imperial system and has been used historically in engineering and physics to quantify force, especially in the United States and the UK, before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, pound-force is primarily used in the United States and some other countries for engineering, manufacturing, and mechanical applications where imperial units are still prevalent, often in contexts like specifying engine torque or structural loads.
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.