Cubic Meter Kilogram Converter
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Cubic Meter Kilogramm³/kg
Source UnitThe cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
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The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
Kilogram Force Meterkgf·m
Target UnitThe kilogram force meter (kgf·m) is a unit of torque that represents the moment created by applying a force of one kilogram-force at a distance of one meter from a pivot point. It is defined as the product of the force in kilogram-force and the distance in meters. Since the kilogram-force is a force unit derived from the gravitational force exerted by one kilogram of mass at standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²), the kilogram force meter is used in mechanical applications to quantify rotational effects. It is important in engineering contexts where torque is a critical factor in machine design and operation.
Current Use
Kilogram force meters are used predominantly in mechanical engineering and physics to calculate torque in systems where forces are applied at a distance from a pivot. This unit is still found in technical specifications for machinery, particularly in industries that have historical ties to imperial measurements, such as automotive and aerospace engineering. It provides a relatable measure for engineers dealing with forces and lever arms in design processes.
Fun Fact
The kilogram force meter is often used in countries that have not fully adopted the metric system, maintaining its relevance in specific industries.
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Cubic Meter Kilogram
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Definition
The cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
History & Origin
The cubic meter as a unit of volume originated from the metric system established in France during the late 18th century, while the kilogram was defined in 1795. The combination of these two units into cubic meter kilograms provides a practical means to quantify specific volume, often used in engineering and scientific contexts. This derived unit reflects the relationship between mass and volume essential to many physical principles, especially in understanding how substances behave under different conditions.
Etymology: The term 'cubic meter' derives from the Latin 'cubus' meaning cube, and 'meter' from Greek 'metron', meaning measure. 'Kilogram' combines 'kilo' (thousand) and 'gram', which is derived from the Greek 'gramma', meaning small weight.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
- •Cubic meter kilograms can help in predicting how a substance will behave in different states, such as gas or liquid.
- •Historically, the kilogram was defined by a physical platinum prototype until the 2019 redefinition based on fundamental physical constants.
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Kilogram Force Meter
specific • Non-SI
Definition
The kilogram force meter (kgf·m) is a unit of torque that represents the moment created by applying a force of one kilogram-force at a distance of one meter from a pivot point. It is defined as the product of the force in kilogram-force and the distance in meters. Since the kilogram-force is a force unit derived from the gravitational force exerted by one kilogram of mass at standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²), the kilogram force meter is used in mechanical applications to quantify rotational effects. It is important in engineering contexts where torque is a critical factor in machine design and operation.
History & Origin
The kilogram force meter originated in the context of classical mechanics, where it was necessary to quantify torque produced by forces acting at distances from pivot points. The adoption of this unit was primarily influenced by the use of the kilogram-force, which relates directly to the mass of an object under the influence of Earth's gravity.
Etymology: The term 'kilogram' is derived from the French 'kilogramme', which itself combines 'kilo' (meaning one thousand) with 'gram', a basic unit of mass. 'Force' comes from the Latin 'fortis', meaning strong or powerful, while 'meter' is derived from the Greek 'metron', meaning measure.
Current Use
Kilogram force meters are used predominantly in mechanical engineering and physics to calculate torque in systems where forces are applied at a distance from a pivot. This unit is still found in technical specifications for machinery, particularly in industries that have historical ties to imperial measurements, such as automotive and aerospace engineering. It provides a relatable measure for engineers dealing with forces and lever arms in design processes.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The kilogram force meter is often used in countries that have not fully adopted the metric system, maintaining its relevance in specific industries.
- •Torque is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction, which can be represented in kgf·m.
- •The concept of torque dates back to ancient Greece, but the formal definition and units were developed in the 19th century.
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