Convert pound-foot/minute to dekawatt
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to dekawatt [daW], or Convert dekawatt to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Dekawatt
1 lbf*ft/min = 0.002259696 daW
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to daW:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 0.002259696 daW = 0.03389544 daW
Pound-Foot/minute to Dekawatt 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.
Dekawatt
A dekawatt (daW) is a unit of power equal to 10 watts.
History/Origin
The dekawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's prefixes for larger units of power, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts, but it is not widely adopted in everyday use.
Current Use
The dekawatt is rarely used in modern practice; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or kilowatts. It may appear in specialized technical fields or historical references.