Convert kip-force to meganewton
Please provide values below to convert kip-force [kipf] to meganewton [MN], or Convert meganewton to kip-force.
How to Convert Kip-Force to Meganewton
1 kipf = 0.00444822162 MN
Example: convert 15 kipf to MN:
15 kipf = 15 × 0.00444822162 MN = 0.0667233243 MN
Kip-Force to Meganewton 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.
Meganewton
A meganewton (MN) is a unit of force equal to one million newtons.
History/Origin
The meganewton was introduced as part of the metric system's SI units to measure larger forces, especially in engineering and physics, to provide a convenient scale for high-force measurements.
Current Use
Meganewtons are used in engineering, physics, and aerospace to quantify large forces, such as those in structural analysis, rocket propulsion, and large machinery.