Convert newton meter to gigajoule
Please provide values below to convert newton meter [N*m] to gigajoule [GJ], or Convert gigajoule to newton meter.
How to Convert Newton Meter to Gigajoule
1 N*m = 1e-09 GJ
Example: convert 15 N*m to GJ:
15 N*m = 15 × 1e-09 GJ = 1.5e-08 GJ
Newton Meter to Gigajoule Conversion Table
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Newton Meter
A newton meter (N·m) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the amount of force applied over a distance.
History/Origin
The newton meter was established as a standard unit of torque and energy in the International System of Units (SI) to provide a consistent measurement for mechanical work and rotational force.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering and physics to quantify torque in mechanical systems and to measure energy in contexts such as physics calculations and energy conversions.
Gigajoule
A gigajoule (GJ) is a unit of energy equal to one billion joules, used to measure large amounts of energy such as in power generation and fuel consumption.
History/Origin
The gigajoule was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a standard measure for large-scale energy quantities, especially in scientific and industrial contexts, gaining prominence in the 20th century.
Current Use
Gigajoules are commonly used today to quantify energy in fields like energy production, consumption, and engineering, particularly for large-scale systems such as power plants, fuel storage, and energy audits.