Convert microjoule to kilowatt-second
Please provide values below to convert microjoule [µJ] to kilowatt-second [kW*s], or Convert kilowatt-second to microjoule.
How to Convert Microjoule to Kilowatt-Second
1 µJ = 1e-09 kW*s
Example: convert 15 µJ to kW*s:
15 µJ = 15 × 1e-09 kW*s = 1.5e-08 kW*s
Microjoule to Kilowatt-Second Conversion Table
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Microjoule
A microjoule (µJ) is a unit of energy equal to one millionth of a joule, used to measure small amounts of energy.
History/Origin
The microjoule was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate the measurement of very small energy quantities, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Microjoules are commonly used in fields such as electronics, physics, and biology to quantify small energy transfers, signals, or reactions, often in research and technical applications.
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.