Convert dyne centimeter to kilowatt-second
Please provide values below to convert dyne centimeter [dyn*cm] to kilowatt-second [kW*s], or Convert kilowatt-second to dyne centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Kilowatt-Second
1 dyn*cm = 1e-10 kW*s
Example: convert 15 dyn*cm to kW*s:
15 dyn*cm = 15 × 1e-10 kW*s = 1.5e-09 kW*s
Dyne Centimeter to Kilowatt-Second Conversion Table
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Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical 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.