Convert ton-force (short) to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short) [tonf (US)] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to ton-force (short).
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short) to Kilonewton
1 tonf (US) = 8.89644323 kN
Example: convert 15 tonf (US) to kN:
15 tonf (US) = 15 × 8.89644323 kN = 133.44664845 kN
Ton-Force (Short) to Kilonewton Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Short)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one US ton (2000 pounds) under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
History/Origin
The ton-force originated from the need to quantify large forces in engineering and industrial contexts, particularly in the United States, where the short ton was commonly used. It has been in use since the 19th century alongside other force units.
Current Use
Primarily used in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial applications within the United States to measure large forces, especially in contexts involving heavy machinery and structural analysis.
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.