Convert megaton to pound-force foot
Please provide values below to convert megaton [Mton] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft], or Convert pound-force foot to megaton.
How to Convert Megaton to Pound-Force Foot
1 Mton = 3.0859600287782e+15 lbf*ft
Example: convert 15 Mton to lbf*ft:
15 Mton = 15 × 3.0859600287782e+15 lbf*ft = 4.6289400431673e+16 lbf*ft
Megaton to Pound-Force Foot Conversion Table
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Megaton
A megaton (Mton) is a unit of energy equivalent to one million tons of TNT, commonly used to measure the energy released in nuclear explosions and large-scale explosions.
History/Origin
The megaton originated during the development of nuclear weapons to quantify explosive yield, with the first use in the context of nuclear tests in the mid-20th century. It became a standard measure for describing the destructive power of nuclear devices.
Current Use
Today, the megaton is primarily used to describe the explosive yield of nuclear weapons and large-scale explosions, as well as in scientific research related to energy release and impact assessments.
Pound-Force Foot
The pound-force foot (lbf·ft) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one pound-force applied at a perpendicular distance of one foot from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The pound-force foot originated from the Imperial system of units, primarily used in the United States, to quantify torque in mechanical and engineering contexts before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the pound-force foot is still used in certain engineering fields, particularly in the United States, to measure torque in automotive, mechanical, and structural applications, although the SI unit newton meter is more common internationally.