Convert kilopond to kilopound-force
Please provide values below to convert kilopond [kp] to kilopound-force [kipf], or Convert kilopound-force to kilopond.
How to Convert Kilopond to Kilopound-Force
1 kp = 0.00220462261949979 kipf
Example: convert 15 kp to kipf:
15 kp = 15 × 0.00220462261949979 kipf = 0.0330693392924968 kipf
Kilopond to Kilopound-Force Conversion Table
| kilopond | kilopound-force |
|---|
Kilopond
The kilopond (kp) is a unit of force that was historically used to measure weight, defined as the force exerted by gravity on a mass of one kilogram under standard gravity.
History/Origin
The kilopond was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the gravitational system of units, primarily used in Europe before the adoption of the SI system. It was based on the standard acceleration due to gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
Current Use
The kilopond is largely obsolete and has been replaced by the newton (N) in the International System of Units. It is rarely used in modern scientific contexts but may still appear in some engineering or historical references.
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.