Convert erg to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert erg [erg] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to erg.
How to Convert Erg to Inch-Pound
1 erg = 8.85074571515486e-07 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 erg to in*lbf:
15 erg = 15 × 8.85074571515486e-07 in*lbf = 1.32761185727323e-05 in*lbf
Erg to Inch-Pound Conversion Table
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Erg
The erg is a unit of energy in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, defined as the amount of work done when a force of one dyne displaces an object by one centimeter.
History/Origin
The erg was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the CGS system of units, primarily used in physics to measure small amounts of energy before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the erg is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of specific scientific contexts, with the SI unit joule being the standard for energy measurement. It remains relevant in some fields like astrophysics and theoretical physics.
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.