Medical Definition of afferent. : bearing or conducting inward; specifically : conveying impulses toward the central nervous systemâcompare efferent.
Imperial Weight Units. The imperial system of weights, or more correctly the avoirdupois system of weights is the standard system of weight in the United States and is still in common usage in the United Kingdom. The system is based on a pound (lb) of 16 ounces (oz).
4506.6 lbs. For imperial weight calculations certain measurements (fractions) need to be converted to decimal inches. For an accurate calculation it is also important to allow for the rolling tolerance which affects the thickness and the cutting tolerances which affect the width and length.