Convert hectonewton to dekanewton
Please provide values below to convert hectonewton [hN] to dekanewton [daN], or Convert dekanewton to hectonewton.
How to Convert Hectonewton to Dekanewton
1 hN = 10 daN
Example: convert 15 hN to daN:
15 hN = 15 × 10 daN = 150 daN
Hectonewton to Dekanewton Conversion Table
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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.
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.