Kilogram per Cubic Meter to Pound per Cubic Yard Converter
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Unit Description
Kilogram per Cubic Meter (kg/m³)
Definition
Kilogram per cubic meter (kg/m³) is the SI base unit of density, expressing the mass in kilograms contained in one cubic meter of volume. It serves as the fundamental density unit in the International System of Units.
History
The kg/m³ unit was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) when it was formalized in 1960. It became the standard scientific unit for density measurements, replacing various regional units and providing a universal reference for scientific and engineering applications.
Current Use
Kg/m³ is universally used in scientific research, engineering, materials science, and international standards. It's essential for material specifications, fluid mechanics, atmospheric science, and any application requiring precise density measurements in scientific contexts.
Pound per Cubic Yard (lb/yd³)
Definition
Pound per cubic yard (lb/yd³) is a unit of density expressing the mass in pounds contained in one cubic yard of volume. It's commonly used for measuring bulk materials and construction aggregates in large volumes.
History
The lb/yd³ unit developed from traditional English units and became important in construction and civil engineering in countries using imperial measurements. It provided a practical scale for measuring bulk materials like soil, gravel, and concrete in construction projects.
Current Use
Lb/yd³ is used in construction, civil engineering, and landscaping in the United States for measuring bulk density of soil, aggregate, concrete, and other construction materials. It's standard in construction specifications and material delivery calculations.
Conversion Table
Kilogram per Cubic Meter(kg/m³) | Pound per Cubic Yard(lb/yd³) |
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1 | 1.68555 |
2 | 3.37111 |
3 | 5.05666 |
4 | 6.74222 |
5 | 8.42777 |
6 | 10.1133 |
7 | 11.7989 |
8 | 13.4844 |
9 | 15.17 |
10 | 16.8555 |
Conversion Examples
Convert 1 Kilogram per Cubic Meter to Pound per Cubic Yard
- Conversion Factor: 1 kg/m³ = 1.68555 lb/yd³
- Conversion Formula: lb/yd³ = kg/m³ × 1.68555
- Calculation: 1 kg/m³ × 1.68555 = 1.68555 lb/yd³
Convert 10 Kilogram per Cubic Meter to Pound per Cubic Yard
- Conversion Factor: 1 kg/m³ = 1.68555 lb/yd³
- Conversion Formula: lb/yd³ = kg/m³ × 1.68555
- Calculation: 10 kg/m³ × 1.68555 = 16.8555 lb/yd³
Convert 100 Kilogram per Cubic Meter to Pound per Cubic Yard
- Conversion Factor: 1 kg/m³ = 1.68555 lb/yd³
- Conversion Formula: lb/yd³ = kg/m³ × 1.68555
- Calculation: 100 kg/m³ × 1.68555 = 168.555 lb/yd³
Convert 1,000 Kilogram per Cubic Meter to Pound per Cubic Yard
- Conversion Factor: 1 kg/m³ = 1.68555 lb/yd³
- Conversion Formula: lb/yd³ = kg/m³ × 1.68555
- Calculation: 1,000 kg/m³ × 1.68555 = 1,685.55 lb/yd³