Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to millibar
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to millibar [mbar], or Convert millibar to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Millibar
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 957.6051796 mbar
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to mbar:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 957.6051796 mbar = 14364.077694 mbar
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Millibar Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.
Millibar
A millibar (mbar) is a unit of pressure measurement equal to one-thousandth of a bar, commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The millibar was introduced in the early 20th century as a convenient unit for meteorological measurements, replacing the bar in many applications due to its smaller size. It became widely adopted in weather reporting and atmospheric studies.
Current Use
Today, the millibar is still used in meteorology and atmospheric sciences to report atmospheric pressure, although it is gradually being replaced by the Pascal (Pa) in scientific contexts. It remains a standard unit in weather forecasts and reports.