Convert pound-foot/second to megawatt
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to megawatt [MW], or Convert megawatt to pound-foot/second.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Megawatt
1 lbf*ft/s = 1.35581795e-06 MW
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to MW:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 1.35581795e-06 MW = 2.033726925e-05 MW
Pound-Foot/second to Megawatt 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.
Megawatt
A megawatt (MW) is a unit of power equal to one million watts, used to measure the output of power plants and the capacity of electrical systems.
History/Origin
The megawatt was introduced as part of the metric system to quantify large-scale power, becoming widely adopted in the 20th century with the expansion of electrical power generation and distribution.
Current Use
Megawatts are commonly used today to specify the capacity of power plants, electrical grids, and large-scale energy projects, facilitating standardized measurement of high power levels in various industries.