Convert decijoule/second to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert decijoule/second [dJ/s] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to decijoule/second.
How to Convert Decijoule/second to Pound-Foot/minute
1 dJ/s = 4.42537403261324 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 dJ/s to lbf*ft/min:
15 dJ/s = 15 × 4.42537403261324 lbf*ft/min = 66.3806104891986 lbf*ft/min
Decijoule/second to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Decijoule/second
A decijoule per second (dJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one-tenth of a joule per second, representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion.
History/Origin
The decijoule is a decimal submultiple of the joule, introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate measurements at smaller scales. Its usage in power calculations, such as decijoules per second, has been consistent with the adoption of SI units, though it is less common in modern practice.
Current Use
Decijoule per second is rarely used in contemporary contexts; power is more commonly expressed in watts (joules per second). When used, it typically appears in specialized scientific or engineering applications requiring fine-grained energy rate measurements at the deci level.
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.