Convert kilogram-force meter to ton (explosives)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force meter [kgf*m] to ton (explosives) [ton], or Convert ton (explosives) to kilogram-force meter.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force Meter to Ton (Explosives)
1 kgf*m = 2.34384560229445e-09 ton
Example: convert 15 kgf*m to ton:
15 kgf*m = 15 × 2.34384560229445e-09 ton = 3.51576840344168e-08 ton
Kilogram-Force Meter to Ton (Explosives) Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force Meter
Kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is a unit of work or energy representing the amount of work done when a force of one kilogram-force is applied over a distance of one meter.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force meter was historically used in engineering and physics to quantify energy, especially in contexts involving gravitational force, before the adoption of SI units. It derives from the kilogram-force, a non-SI unit of force, and the meter as a unit of distance.
Current Use
The kilogram-force meter is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by SI units such as the joule for energy. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications.
Ton (Explosives)
A ton (explosives) is a unit of measurement used to quantify the explosive power equivalent to one ton of TNT, typically used in military and demolition contexts.
History/Origin
The ton (explosives) originated as a standardized measure to compare explosive yields, with its use becoming prominent during the 20th century for military and industrial applications, aligning with the adoption of the ton as a unit of mass and energy.
Current Use
Today, the ton (explosives) is primarily used in military, demolition, and mining industries to estimate explosive quantities and effects, often expressed in terms of equivalent TNT mass for safety and planning purposes.