Convert nanonewton to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert nanonewton [nN] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to nanonewton.
How to Convert Nanonewton to Kilonewton
1 nN = 1e-12 kN
Example: convert 15 nN to kN:
15 nN = 15 × 1e-12 kN = 1.5e-11 kN
Nanonewton to Kilonewton 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.
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.