Convert nanonewton to joule/centimeter
Please provide values below to convert nanonewton [nN] to joule/centimeter [J/cm], or Convert joule/centimeter to nanonewton.
How to Convert Nanonewton to Joule/centimeter
1 nN = 1e-11 J/cm
Example: convert 15 nN to J/cm:
15 nN = 15 × 1e-11 J/cm = 1.5e-10 J/cm
Nanonewton to Joule/centimeter Conversion Table
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Nanonewton
A nanonewton (nN) is a unit of force equal to one billionth (10^-9) of a newton.
History/Origin
The nanonewton was introduced as part of the SI system's prefix-based units to measure very small forces, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, following the adoption of the SI units and prefixes.
Current Use
Nanonewtons are used in fields such as nanotechnology, materials science, and precision instrumentation to quantify extremely small forces.
Joule/centimeter
The joule per centimeter (J/cm) is a unit of energy density or energy per unit length, representing the amount of energy (joules) contained or transferred per centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI unit of energy, the joule, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length. It has been used in contexts such as material science and physics to measure energy distribution over small distances.
Current Use
J/cm is used in fields like material testing, physics, and engineering to quantify energy density, especially in applications involving thin films, coatings, or localized energy measurements.