Convert pound-foot/second to dekajoule/second
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to dekajoule/second [daJ/s], or Convert dekajoule/second to pound-foot/second.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Dekajoule/second
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.135581795 daJ/s
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to daJ/s:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.135581795 daJ/s = 2.033726925 daJ/s
Pound-Foot/second to Dekajoule/second 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.
Dekajoule/second
Dekajoule per second (daJ/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one dekajoule equals ten joules per second.
History/Origin
The dekajoule is a non-SI unit introduced as a multiple of the joule, primarily used in older or specialized contexts. Its usage has declined with the adoption of the SI system, but it remains recognized for certain applications involving large energy quantities.
Current Use
Today, daJ/s is rarely used in scientific contexts, with the watt (W) being the standard SI unit for power. However, it may still appear in legacy systems or specific industrial measurements where larger energy units are convenient.