Convert meganewton to poundal
Please provide values below to convert meganewton [MN] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to meganewton.
How to Convert Meganewton to Poundal
1 MN = 7233014.08014686 pdl
Example: convert 15 MN to pdl:
15 MN = 15 × 7233014.08014686 pdl = 108495211.202203 pdl
Meganewton to Poundal Conversion Table
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Meganewton
A meganewton (MN) is a unit of force equal to one million newtons.
History/Origin
The meganewton was introduced as part of the metric system's SI units to measure larger forces, especially in engineering and physics, to provide a convenient scale for high-force measurements.
Current Use
Meganewtons are used in engineering, physics, and aerospace to quantify large forces, such as those in structural analysis, rocket propulsion, and large machinery.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.