Convert dekanewton to hectonewton
Please provide values below to convert dekanewton [daN] to hectonewton [hN], or Convert hectonewton to dekanewton.
How to Convert Dekanewton to Hectonewton
1 daN = 0.1 hN
Example: convert 15 daN to hN:
15 daN = 15 × 0.1 hN = 1.5 hN
Dekanewton to Hectonewton Conversion Table
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Dekanewton
A dekanewton (daN) is a unit of force equal to ten newtons.
History/Origin
The dekanewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a larger, more convenient unit of force for engineering and scientific applications, especially in contexts where the newton is too small for practical use.
Current Use
The dekanewton is used in engineering and physics to measure force, particularly in fields like mechanics and material testing, though it is less common than the newton.
Hectonewton
A hectonewton (hN) is a unit of force equal to 100 newtons.
History/Origin
The hectonewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a larger unit of force, primarily used in engineering and physics, with its usage becoming more common in the 20th century.
Current Use
Today, the hectonewton is used in engineering, physics, and force measurements where larger force values are involved, especially in contexts requiring convenient scaling from newtons.