Convert petanewton to dekanewton
Please provide values below to convert petanewton [PT] to dekanewton [daN], or Convert dekanewton to petanewton.
How to Convert Petanewton to Dekanewton
1 PT = 100000000000000 daN
Example: convert 15 PT to daN:
15 PT = 15 × 100000000000000 daN = 1.5e+15 daN
Petanewton to Dekanewton Conversion Table
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Petanewton
A petanewton (PT) is a unit of force equal to 10^15 newtons, used for measuring extremely large forces.
History/Origin
The petanewton was introduced as part of the SI prefixes to facilitate the expression of very large forces, although it is rarely used in practical applications due to the scale of forces involved.
Current Use
The petanewton is primarily used in scientific contexts involving large-scale forces, such as astrophysics and cosmology, but remains a theoretical unit with limited practical application.
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.