Convert dekanewton to kilopond
Please provide values below to convert dekanewton [daN] to kilopond [kp], or Convert kilopond to dekanewton.
How to Convert Dekanewton to Kilopond
1 daN = 1.01971621297793 kp
Example: convert 15 daN to kp:
15 daN = 15 × 1.01971621297793 kp = 15.2957431946689 kp
Dekanewton to Kilopond 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.
Kilopond
The kilopond (kp) is a unit of force that was historically used to measure weight, defined as the force exerted by gravity on a mass of one kilogram under standard gravity.
History/Origin
The kilopond was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the gravitational system of units, primarily used in Europe before the adoption of the SI system. It was based on the standard acceleration due to gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
Current Use
The kilopond is largely obsolete and has been replaced by the newton (N) in the International System of Units. It is rarely used in modern scientific contexts but may still appear in some engineering or historical references.