Convert dyne/square centimeter to ton-force (short)/sq. foot
Please provide values below to convert dyne/square centimeter [dyn/cm^2] to ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2], or Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to dyne/square centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne/square Centimeter to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
1 dyn/cm^2 = 1.04427171166483e-06 tonf (US)/ft^2
Example: convert 15 dyn/cm^2 to tonf (US)/ft^2:
15 dyn/cm^2 = 15 × 1.04427171166483e-06 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 1.56640756749725e-05 tonf (US)/ft^2
Dyne/square Centimeter to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot Conversion Table
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Dyne/square Centimeter
A dyne per square centimeter (dyn/cm^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one dyne applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, introduced in the 19th century. The dyn/cm^2 has been used primarily in physics and engineering to measure pressure in CGS units before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the dyn/cm^2 is rarely used outside specialized scientific contexts; pressure is more commonly expressed in pascals (Pa) in the SI system. However, it remains relevant in certain fields like astrophysics and plasma physics where CGS units are still employed.
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.