Convert dekanewton to teranewton
Please provide values below to convert dekanewton [daN] to teranewton [TN], or Convert teranewton to dekanewton.
How to Convert Dekanewton to Teranewton
1 daN = 1e-11 TN
Example: convert 15 daN to TN:
15 daN = 15 × 1e-11 TN = 1.5e-10 TN
Dekanewton to Teranewton Conversion Table
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Dekanewton
A dekanewton (daN) is a unit of force equal to ten newtons.
History/Origin
The dekanewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a larger, more convenient unit of force for engineering and scientific applications, especially in contexts where the newton is too small for practical use.
Current Use
The dekanewton is used in engineering and physics to measure force, particularly in fields like mechanics and material testing, though it is less common than the newton.
Teranewton
A teranewton (TN) is a unit of force equal to one trillion newtons (10^12 N).
History/Origin
The teranewton was introduced as part of the metric system's expansion to accommodate very large force measurements, following the adoption of the SI units, to facilitate scientific and engineering calculations involving immense forces.
Current Use
The teranewton is primarily used in scientific research and engineering fields dealing with extremely large forces, such as astrophysics, large-scale structural analysis, and high-energy physics.