Convert ton-force (long) to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long) [tonf (UK)] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to ton-force (long).
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long) to Kilonewton
1 tonf (UK) = 9.96401642 kN
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK) to kN:
15 tonf (UK) = 15 × 9.96401642 kN = 149.4602463 kN
Ton-Force (Long) to Kilonewton Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Long)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity, approximately 20,000 pounds-force.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the use of the long ton in the UK, primarily for engineering and maritime purposes, before the adoption of SI units. It was used to measure force in contexts where imperial units were standard.
Current Use
The ton-force (long) is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by the newton. It may still be used in some historical or niche applications within the UK or in legacy systems.
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.