Convert kilogram-force meter to megajoule
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force meter [kgf*m] to megajoule [MJ], or Convert megajoule to kilogram-force meter.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force Meter to Megajoule
1 kgf*m = 9.80665e-06 MJ
Example: convert 15 kgf*m to MJ:
15 kgf*m = 15 × 9.80665e-06 MJ = 0.00014709975 MJ
Kilogram-Force Meter to Megajoule Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force Meter
Kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is a unit of work or energy representing the amount of work done when a force of one kilogram-force is applied over a distance of one meter.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force meter was historically used in engineering and physics to quantify energy, especially in contexts involving gravitational force, before the adoption of SI units. It derives from the kilogram-force, a non-SI unit of force, and the meter as a unit of distance.
Current Use
The kilogram-force meter is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by SI units such as the joule for energy. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications.
Megajoule
A megajoule (MJ) is a unit of energy equal to one million joules.
History/Origin
The megajoule was introduced as part of the metric system to measure large amounts of energy, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, aligning with the SI units established in the 20th century.
Current Use
The megajoule is used in fields such as physics, engineering, and energy industries to quantify large energy quantities, including in energy production, consumption, and scientific research.