Convert pound-foot/minute to watt
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to watt [W], or Convert watt to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Watt
1 lbf*ft/min = 0.02259696 W
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to W:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 0.02259696 W = 0.3389544 W
Pound-Foot/minute to Watt Conversion Table
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Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.
Watt
The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, defined as one joule per second, representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion.
History/Origin
The watt was named after James Watt, the Scottish engineer and inventor, in 1889. It was adopted as the SI unit of power to standardize measurements in science and engineering.
Current Use
The watt is widely used today to quantify power in electrical devices, engines, and energy consumption, serving as a fundamental unit in physics, engineering, and everyday applications.