Convert milligram to kilopound
Please provide values below to convert milligram [mg] to kilopound [kip], or Convert kilopound to milligram.
How to Convert Milligram to Kilopound
1 mg = 2.20462262184878e-09 kip
Example: convert 15 mg to kip:
15 mg = 15 × 2.20462262184878e-09 kip = 3.30693393277316e-08 kip
Milligram to Kilopound Conversion Table
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Milligram
A milligram (mg) is a unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a gram.
History/Origin
The milligram has been used in scientific and medical contexts for precise measurement of small quantities, especially in pharmacology and chemistry, with its origins linked to the metric system established in the 18th century.
Current Use
Today, the milligram is widely used in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and scientific research to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
Kilopound
A kilopound (kip) 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 originated in the United States as a practical unit for expressing large forces in structural engineering, especially in the context of steel and concrete design. It has been in use since the early 20th century as part of customary engineering units.
Current Use
Today, the kip is still used mainly in the United States within civil and structural engineering to specify loads, stresses, and forces in construction projects, particularly for steel and concrete structures.