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Why the value of acceleration due to gravity,g=9.8m/s^2 ?
Dear Surajlaghe
This is an experimental value. But I admit that if we would be in another planet like Venus , or Uranus the specific acceleration of gravity would change the definition and identification of force unit. In actual situation we have to use the g=9.81 m/s^2 for newton and kgf unit conversion, whatever point of universe we would be in. Its a bit confusing!
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Babak E Hakimi
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Babak Esmailzadeh Hakimi
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I can answer questions in Structural Engineering, Earthquake Engineering, Project Management and Project Control topics!
Experience
I am experienced in the area of earthquake engineering in electrical power industry, i.e. Lifeline Earthquake Engineering. My focus has been on structural seismic design of power installations. Recently I have got involved in project management in the category of constructional engineering.
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Sinam Consulting Engineers Co.
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Bs degree in Civil Engineering from Ferdowsi University ,1988, Mashhad Iran, Ms degree in Earthquake Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 1993, Tehran, Iran
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