Convert dyne centimeter to newton meter
Please provide values below to convert dyne centimeter [dyn*cm] to newton meter [N*m], or Convert newton meter to dyne centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Newton Meter
1 dyn*cm = 1e-07 N*m
Example: convert 15 dyn*cm to N*m:
15 dyn*cm = 15 × 1e-07 N*m = 1.5e-06 N*m
Dyne Centimeter to Newton Meter Conversion Table
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Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Newton Meter
A newton meter (N·m) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the amount of force applied over a distance.
History/Origin
The newton meter was established as a standard unit of torque and energy in the International System of Units (SI) to provide a consistent measurement for mechanical work and rotational force.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering and physics to quantify torque in mechanical systems and to measure energy in contexts such as physics calculations and energy conversions.