Convert pound-foot/hour to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/hour [lbf*ft/h] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to pound-foot/hour.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/hour to Horsepower
1 lbf*ft/h = 5.050502883197e-07 hp
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/h to hp:
15 lbf*ft/h = 15 × 5.050502883197e-07 hp = 7.57575432479549e-06 hp
Pound-Foot/hour to Horsepower Conversion Table
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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.
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.