Convert kilowatt to pound-foot/second
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s], or Convert pound-foot/second to kilowatt.
How to Convert Kilowatt to Pound-Foot/second
1 kW = 737.562148369551 lbf*ft/s
Example: convert 15 kW to lbf*ft/s:
15 kW = 15 × 737.562148369551 lbf*ft/s = 11063.4322255433 lbf*ft/s
Kilowatt to Pound-Foot/second Conversion Table
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Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.
Pound-Foot/second
A pound-foot per second (lbf·ft/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, equivalent to one pound-force acting through a distance of one foot per second.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per second has been used primarily in engineering contexts within the Imperial system to quantify power, especially in mechanical and automotive applications, though it is less common than other units like horsepower.
Current Use
Today, the pound-foot per second is rarely used; it is mainly referenced in historical data or specific engineering calculations involving Imperial units, with the more standard unit of power being the horsepower or the watt in SI units.