Convert kip-force to joule/centimeter
Please provide values below to convert kip-force [kipf] to joule/centimeter [J/cm], or Convert joule/centimeter to kip-force.
How to Convert Kip-Force to Joule/centimeter
1 kipf = 44.4822162 J/cm
Example: convert 15 kipf to J/cm:
15 kipf = 15 × 44.4822162 J/cm = 667.233243 J/cm
Kip-Force to Joule/centimeter Conversion Table
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Kip-Force
The kip-force (kipf) is a unit of force used primarily in the United States, defined as the force exerted by a mass of one thousand pounds under standard gravity.
History/Origin
The kip-force originated in the United States as a practical unit for engineering and construction, derived from the pound-force, with 'kip' meaning 1,000 pounds. It became common in structural engineering and related fields during the 20th century.
Current Use
Today, the kip-force is mainly used in structural engineering, construction, and related industries within the United States for measuring large forces, especially in load calculations and specifications.
Joule/centimeter
The joule per centimeter (J/cm) is a unit of energy density or energy per unit length, representing the amount of energy (joules) contained or transferred per centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI unit of energy, the joule, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length. It has been used in contexts such as material science and physics to measure energy distribution over small distances.
Current Use
J/cm is used in fields like material testing, physics, and engineering to quantify energy density, especially in applications involving thin films, coatings, or localized energy measurements.