Convert Kp to sn

Conversion Formula

1 kp = 0.00980665 sn

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Kilopond = 9.80665 newtons
   1 Sthène = 1000 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kp = (9.80665 N) / (1000 N/sn) = 0.00980665 sn
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kp by 0.00980665 to get the equivalent in sn

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kp to sn:

5 kp × 0.00980665 = 0.04903325 sn