Convert newton to joule/centimeter
Please provide values below to convert newton [N] to joule/centimeter [J/cm], or Convert joule/centimeter to newton.
How to Convert Newton to Joule/centimeter
1 N = 0.01 J/cm
Example: convert 15 N to J/cm:
15 N = 15 × 0.01 J/cm = 0.15 J/cm
Newton to Joule/centimeter Conversion Table
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Newton
The newton (N) is the SI derived unit of force, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.
History/Origin
The newton was named after Sir Isaac Newton and introduced in the 20th century as part of the International System of Units (SI) to standardize measurements of force.
Current Use
The newton is widely used in physics and engineering to quantify force, including in calculations involving mechanics, dynamics, and various scientific applications.
Joule/centimeter
The joule per centimeter (J/cm) is a unit of energy density or energy per unit length, representing the amount of energy (joules) contained or transferred per centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI unit of energy, the joule, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length. It has been used in contexts such as material science and physics to measure energy distribution over small distances.
Current Use
J/cm is used in fields like material testing, physics, and engineering to quantify energy density, especially in applications involving thin films, coatings, or localized energy measurements.