Convert kilowatt-hour to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-hour [kW*h] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to kilowatt-hour.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Hour to Inch-Pound
1 kW*h = 31862684.5745575 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 kW*h to in*lbf:
15 kW*h = 15 × 31862684.5745575 in*lbf = 477940268.618362 in*lbf
Kilowatt-Hour to Inch-Pound Conversion Table
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Kilowatt-Hour
A kilowatt-hour (kW·h) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or used when a power of one kilowatt is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-hour originated in the late 19th century with the development of electrical power systems, becoming a standard unit for measuring electrical energy consumption and billing.
Current Use
It is widely used today in electricity billing, energy consumption monitoring, and in various engineering and scientific applications to quantify electrical energy usage.
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.