Convert femtonewton to poundal
Please provide values below to convert femtonewton [fN] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to femtonewton.
How to Convert Femtonewton to Poundal
1 fN = 7.23301408014686e-15 pdl
Example: convert 15 fN to pdl:
15 fN = 15 × 7.23301408014686e-15 pdl = 1.08495211202203e-13 pdl
Femtonewton to Poundal Conversion Table
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Femtonewton
A femtonewton (fN) is a unit of force equal to 10^-15 newtons.
History/Origin
The femtonewton is part of the metric system's SI prefixes, introduced to measure extremely small forces, particularly in scientific and engineering contexts involving micro- or nano-scale phenomena.
Current Use
Femtonewtons are used in fields such as nanotechnology, molecular physics, and precision measurements where forces at the femtonewton scale are relevant.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced in the 19th century as part of the FPS system of units, primarily used in engineering and physics in the United States before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.