Convert joule to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert joule [J] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to joule.
How to Convert Joule to Inch-Pound
1 J = 8.85074571515486 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 J to in*lbf:
15 J = 15 × 8.85074571515486 in*lbf = 132.761185727323 in*lbf
Joule to Inch-Pound 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.
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.