Convert picojoule/second to pound-foot/hour
Please provide values below to convert picojoule/second [pJ/s] to pound-foot/hour [lbf*ft/h], or Convert pound-foot/hour to picojoule/second.
How to Convert Picojoule/second to Pound-Foot/hour
1 pJ/s = 2.65522441956794e-09 lbf*ft/h
Example: convert 15 pJ/s to lbf*ft/h:
15 pJ/s = 15 × 2.65522441956794e-09 lbf*ft/h = 3.98283662935191e-08 lbf*ft/h
Picojoule/second to Pound-Foot/hour Conversion Table
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Picojoule/second
A picojoule per second (pJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one trillionth of a joule per second, representing an extremely small rate of energy transfer.
History/Origin
The picojoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), with 'pico' denoting a factor of 10^-12. It has been used in scientific contexts requiring precise measurement of very small power levels, especially in fields like nanotechnology and low-power electronics.
Current Use
This unit is used in scientific and engineering applications to quantify extremely low power levels, such as in nanotechnology, bioelectronics, and other fields where minute energy transfer rates are relevant.
Pound-Foot/hour
Pound-foot per hour (lbf·ft/h) is a unit of power representing the amount of work done in foot-pounds per hour, commonly used in engineering to measure power output or consumption.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per hour originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in the United States, to quantify power in mechanical and engineering contexts. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in certain industries.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per hour is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and aerospace engineering, for measuring power in systems where imperial units are standard. It is also used in historical data and legacy systems.