Convert pound-foot/minute to picojoule/second
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to picojoule/second [pJ/s], or Convert picojoule/second to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Picojoule/second
1 lbf*ft/min = 22596960000 pJ/s
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to pJ/s:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 22596960000 pJ/s = 338954400000 pJ/s
Pound-Foot/minute to Picojoule/second 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.
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.