Convert Standard atmosphere to ton-force (short)/sq. foot
Please provide values below to convert Standard atmosphere [atm] to ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2], or Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to Standard atmosphere.
How to Convert Standard Atmosphere to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
1 atm = 1.05810831184439 tonf (US)/ft^2
Example: convert 15 atm to tonf (US)/ft^2:
15 atm = 15 × 1.05810831184439 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15.8716246776659 tonf (US)/ft^2
Standard Atmosphere to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot Conversion Table
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Standard Atmosphere
The standard atmosphere (atm) is a unit of pressure defined as 101,325 pascals, representing the average atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History/Origin
The standard atmosphere was established in the early 20th century to provide a consistent reference for pressure measurements, based on the average atmospheric pressure at sea level under standard conditions.
Current Use
The atm is commonly used in fields such as meteorology, aviation, and engineering to express pressure, especially in contexts involving gases and atmospheric conditions.
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.