Convert ounce-force inch to gigaton
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force inch [ozf*in] to gigaton [Gton], or Convert gigaton to ounce-force inch.
How to Convert Ounce-Force Inch to Gigaton
1 ozf*in = 1.68775095602294e-21 Gton
Example: convert 15 ozf*in to Gton:
15 ozf*in = 15 × 1.68775095602294e-21 Gton = 2.53162643403442e-20 Gton
Ounce-Force Inch to Gigaton Conversion Table
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Ounce-Force Inch
Ounce-force inch (ozf·in) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one ounce-force applied at a distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The ounce-force inch originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure torque. It has been used historically in the United States and other countries employing imperial units, but has largely been replaced by the metric system in scientific applications.
Current Use
Today, ounce-force inch is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as small-scale mechanical and automotive applications, where imperial units are still prevalent. It is considered a non-SI unit and is less common in modern scientific and international standards.
Gigaton
A gigaton (Gton) is a unit of mass equal to one billion metric tons or 10^9 metric tons.
History/Origin
The gigaton has been used in scientific and environmental contexts to quantify large-scale phenomena such as greenhouse gas emissions and ice mass changes, gaining prominence in climate science discussions since the late 20th century.
Current Use
Currently, the gigaton is used to measure and communicate large quantities of emissions, such as annual carbon dioxide emissions from countries or sectors, and to assess changes in global ice mass and other large-scale environmental metrics.