Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kip-ft
Noun
kip-foot
Definition
A unit of measurement for force, where one kip equals one thousand pounds and is commonly used in engineering and construction.
Examples
- The bridge was designed to withstand a load of 500 kip-ft.
- In the structural analysis, we calculate the kip-ft to ensure safety standards are met.
- Engineers use kip-ft measurements to evaluate the strength of materials.
Meaning
The term ‘kip’ is often used to express large forces in a simpler format. The ‘ft’ typically stands for ‘foot’, indicating the distance over which the force is applied.
Synonyms
- thousand-pound force
- kip
