Convert kilonewton to giganewton
Please provide values below to convert kilonewton [kN] to giganewton [GN], or Convert giganewton to kilonewton.
How to Convert Kilonewton to Giganewton
1 kN = 1e-06 GN
Example: convert 15 kN to GN:
15 kN = 15 × 1e-06 GN = 1.5e-05 GN
Kilonewton to Giganewton Conversion Table
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Kilonewton
A kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons, where one newton is the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.
History/Origin
The kilonewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring larger forces, especially in engineering and physics, replacing the larger but less practical units like the kilopond.
Current Use
The kilonewton is commonly used in engineering, structural analysis, and physics to quantify forces such as loads, tensions, and pressures in various applications.
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.