Convert cubic meter to cubic yard
Please provide values below to convert cubic meter [m^3] to cubic yard [yd^3], or Convert cubic yard to cubic meter.
How to Convert Cubic Meter to Cubic Yard
1 m^3 = 1.30795061928702 yd^3
Example: convert 15 m^3 to yd^3:
15 m^3 = 15 × 1.30795061928702 yd^3 = 19.6192592893053 yd^3
Cubic Meter to Cubic Yard Conversion Table
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Cubic Meter
A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit of volume, representing the volume of a cube with edges one meter long.
History/Origin
The cubic meter was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, based on the meter defined by the wavelength of light in vacuum.
Current Use
The cubic meter is widely used in science, engineering, and industry to measure large volumes of liquids, gases, and solids, especially in contexts like construction, manufacturing, and environmental science.
Cubic Yard
A cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one yard (3 feet) in length.
History/Origin
The cubic yard originated from the imperial and US customary measurement systems, primarily used in construction, landscaping, and shipping industries for measuring large volumes of materials.
Current Use
Today, the cubic yard is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and waste management to measure materials like soil, gravel, and debris, and is part of volume conversions in various applications.