Convert pound-foot/minute to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Horsepower
1 lbf*ft/min = 3.0303017299182e-05 hp
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to hp:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 3.0303017299182e-05 hp = 0.00045454525948773 hp
Pound-Foot/minute to Horsepower 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.
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.