Force Converter
Convert between newtons, pounds-force, dynes, and other force units
Common Force Conversions
Force in Real Life
Earth's Gravity
1 kg mass = 9.81 N force
Handshake
≈ 100-200 N grip force
Rocket Thrust
Saturn V ≈ 34 MN (7.6M lbf)
Car Braking
≈ 10-15 kN maximum force
About Force Measurement
Force is a vector quantity that causes an object to accelerate, decelerate, or change direction. It's measured in newtons (N) in the SI system, defined as the force required to accelerate 1 kilogram of mass at 1 meter per second squared (F = ma). Force calculations are fundamental in physics, engineering, and mechanical design.
Common Applications
- • Structural engineering and load calculations
- • Mechanical design and stress analysis
- • Automotive braking and acceleration systems
- • Aerospace propulsion and thrust calculations
- • Material testing and strength analysis
- • Sports biomechanics and performance
Types of Forces
- • Gravitational: attraction between masses
- • Normal: perpendicular contact force
- • Friction: resistance to motion
- • Tension: pulling force in strings/cables
- • Applied: external force on object
- • Spring: elastic restoring force
Newton's Laws
Newton's laws govern force interactions: 1st Law - objects at rest stay at rest unless acted upon by force; 2nd Law - F = ma (force equals mass times acceleration);3rd Law - for every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction. These principles form the foundation of classical mechanics.
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