Convert dekanewton to giganewton
Please provide values below to convert dekanewton [daN] to giganewton [GN], or Convert giganewton to dekanewton.
How to Convert Dekanewton to Giganewton
1 daN = 1e-08 GN
Example: convert 15 daN to GN:
15 daN = 15 × 1e-08 GN = 1.5e-07 GN
Dekanewton to Giganewton 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.
Giganewton
A giganewton (GN) is a unit of force equal to one billion newtons (10^9 N).
History/Origin
The giganewton was introduced as part of the metric system's extension to larger force units, primarily for scientific and engineering applications requiring large force measurements.
Current Use
Giganewtons are used in fields such as aerospace, structural engineering, and physics to quantify large forces, especially in simulations, calculations, and measurements involving substantial loads or forces.