Convert kilogram-force centimeter to gigajoule
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force centimeter [kgf*cm] to gigajoule [GJ], or Convert gigajoule to kilogram-force centimeter.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Gigajoule
1 kgf*cm = 9.80665e-11 GJ
Example: convert 15 kgf*cm to GJ:
15 kgf*cm = 15 × 9.80665e-11 GJ = 1.4709975e-09 GJ
Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Gigajoule Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force Centimeter
Kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one kilogram-force applied at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force centimeter originated from the use of the kilogram-force as a unit of force in the metric system, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length, primarily used in mechanical and engineering contexts before the widespread adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, kgf·cm is largely considered a non-SI unit and is used in certain engineering fields, such as torque measurement in automotive and mechanical applications, but is being gradually replaced by SI units like Newton-meter (Nm).
Gigajoule
A gigajoule (GJ) is a unit of energy equal to one billion joules, used to measure large amounts of energy such as in power generation and fuel consumption.
History/Origin
The gigajoule was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a standard measure for large-scale energy quantities, especially in scientific and industrial contexts, gaining prominence in the 20th century.
Current Use
Gigajoules are commonly used today to quantify energy in fields like energy production, consumption, and engineering, particularly for large-scale systems such as power plants, fuel storage, and energy audits.