Convert exanewton to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert exanewton [EN] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to exanewton.
How to Convert Exanewton to Kilonewton
1 EN = 1e+15 kN
Example: convert 15 EN to kN:
15 EN = 15 × 1e+15 kN = 1.5e+16 kN
Exanewton to Kilonewton Conversion Table
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Exanewton
An exanewton (EN) is a unit of force equal to 10^18 newtons.
History/Origin
The exanewton was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) prefixes to represent extremely large forces, following the adoption of the SI system and its prefixes in the 20th century.
Current Use
The exanewton is primarily used in theoretical physics and large-scale engineering contexts where extremely large forces are involved, though it is rarely used in practical applications due to its size.
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.