Convert pound-foot/second to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to pound-foot/second.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00181818150730857 hp
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to hp:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.00181818150730857 hp = 0.0272727226096285 hp
Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower Conversion Table
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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.
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.