Convert joule to ton (explosives)
Please provide values below to convert joule [J] to ton (explosives) [ton], or Convert ton (explosives) to joule.
How to Convert Joule to Ton (Explosives)
1 J = 2.39005736137667e-10 ton
Example: convert 15 J to ton:
15 J = 15 × 2.39005736137667e-10 ton = 3.58508604206501e-09 ton
Joule to Ton (Explosives) Conversion Table
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Joule
The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, work, and heat, defined as the work done when a force of one newton acts over a distance of one meter.
History/Origin
The joule was named after James Prescott Joule in 1889 to honor his work in energy and thermodynamics. It was adopted as the SI unit of energy in 1948.
Current Use
The joule is widely used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts to quantify energy, work, and heat in various applications, including electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
Ton (Explosives)
A ton (explosives) is a unit of measurement used to quantify the explosive power equivalent to one ton of TNT, typically used in military and demolition contexts.
History/Origin
The ton (explosives) originated as a standardized measure to compare explosive yields, with its use becoming prominent during the 20th century for military and industrial applications, aligning with the adoption of the ton as a unit of mass and energy.
Current Use
Today, the ton (explosives) is primarily used in military, demolition, and mining industries to estimate explosive quantities and effects, often expressed in terms of equivalent TNT mass for safety and planning purposes.