Convert ounce-force inch to megaton
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force inch [ozf*in] to megaton [Mton], or Convert megaton to ounce-force inch.
How to Convert Ounce-Force Inch to Megaton
1 ozf*in = 1.68775095602294e-18 Mton
Example: convert 15 ozf*in to Mton:
15 ozf*in = 15 × 1.68775095602294e-18 Mton = 2.53162643403442e-17 Mton
Ounce-Force Inch to Megaton 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 It has been used historically in the United States and other countries employing imperial units, but has largely been replaced by the metric system in scientific applications.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.
Megaton
A megaton (Mton) is a unit of energy equivalent to one million tons of TNT, commonly used to measure the energy released in nuclear explosions and large-scale explosions.
History/Origin
The megaton originated during the development of nuclear weapons to quantify explosive yield, with the first use in the context of nuclear tests in the mid-20th century. It became a standard measure for describing the destructive power of nuclear devices.
Current Use
Today, the megaton is primarily used to describe the explosive yield of nuclear weapons and large-scale explosions, as well as in scientific research related to energy release and impact assessments.