Tesla (unit)

The tesla (symbol T) is the SI unit used to measure the strength of magnetic fields. Tesla can be measured in different ways; for example, one tesla is equal to one weber per square meter.

The tesla was first defined in 1960 by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM).^[1] It was named in honor of the physicist, electrical engineer, and inventor, Nikola Tesla.

1. ↑ International Bureau of Weights and Measures (1960), Système International d'Unités (International System of Units). 11^th session, Resolution 12.