Convert pound to kilogram-force square second/meter
Please provide values below to convert pound [lbs] to kilogram-force square second/meter [kgf·s²/m], or Convert kilogram-force square second/meter to pound.
How to Convert Pound to Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter
1 lbs = 0.0462535493772083 kgf·s²/m
Example: convert 15 lbs to kgf·s²/m:
15 lbs = 15 × 0.0462535493772083 kgf·s²/m = 0.693803240658125 kgf·s²/m
Pound to Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter Conversion Table
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Pound
The pound (lbs) is a unit of weight or mass commonly used in the United States and other countries, equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms.
History/Origin
The pound has origins in ancient Roman and Anglo-Saxon systems, evolving over centuries into its current form. It was historically based on various standards, including the Tower pound and the avoirdupois pound, with the latter becoming the standard in most countries.
Current Use
Today, the pound is primarily used in the United States for measuring body weight, food products, and other goods. It remains a standard unit in certain industries and is part of the imperial and US customary measurement systems.
Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter
Kilogram-force square second per meter (kgf·s²/m) is a derived unit used to measure a specific combination of force, time, and length, often in specialized engineering contexts.
History/Origin
The unit originates from the kilogram-force, a gravitational force unit based on the kilogram mass, combined with time and length units for specific applications. It has been used historically in mechanical and engineering calculations before the widespread adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Currently, kgf·s²/m is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units. It may still appear in legacy systems or specialized fields requiring non-standard units.