Convert newton meter to kilowatt-second
Please provide values below to convert newton meter [N*m] to kilowatt-second [kW*s], or Convert kilowatt-second to newton meter.
How to Convert Newton Meter to Kilowatt-Second
1 N*m = 0.001 kW*s
Example: convert 15 N*m to kW*s:
15 N*m = 15 × 0.001 kW*s = 0.015 kW*s
Newton Meter to Kilowatt-Second Conversion Table
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Newton Meter
A newton meter (N·m) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the amount of force applied over a distance.
History/Origin
The newton meter was established as a standard unit of torque and energy in the International System of Units (SI) to provide a consistent measurement for mechanical work and rotational force.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering and physics to quantify torque in mechanical systems and to measure energy in contexts such as physics calculations and energy conversions.
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.