Convert kilowatt-second to megaton
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-second [kW*s] to megaton [Mton], or Convert megaton to kilowatt-second.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Second to Megaton
1 kW*s = 2.39005736137667e-13 Mton
Example: convert 15 kW*s to Mton:
15 kW*s = 15 × 2.39005736137667e-13 Mton = 3.58508604206501e-12 Mton
Kilowatt-Second to Megaton 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.
Megaton
A megaton (Mton) is a unit of energy equivalent to one million tons of TNT, commonly used to measure the energy released in nuclear explosions and large-scale explosions.
History/Origin
The megaton originated during the development of nuclear weapons to quantify explosive yield, with the first use in the context of nuclear tests in the mid-20th century. It became a standard measure for describing the destructive power of nuclear devices.
Current Use
Today, the megaton is primarily used to describe the explosive yield of nuclear weapons and large-scale explosions, as well as in scientific research related to energy release and impact assessments.