Convert attojoule/second to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert attojoule/second [aJ/s] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to attojoule/second.
How to Convert Attojoule/second to Pound-Foot/minute
1 aJ/s = 4.42537403261324e-17 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 aJ/s to lbf*ft/min:
15 aJ/s = 15 × 4.42537403261324e-17 lbf*ft/min = 6.63806104891986e-16 lbf*ft/min
Attojoule/second to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Attojoule/second
An attojoule per second (aJ/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion of one attojoule (10^-18 joules) per second.
History/Origin
The attojoule is a relatively recent SI prefix introduced to measure extremely small quantities of energy, and its use in power units like aJ/s has emerged with advancements in nanotechnology and quantum physics, though it remains a specialized unit with limited historical usage.
Current Use
The aJ/s is used in scientific research involving extremely low power measurements, such as in quantum physics, nanotechnology, and energy transfer studies at the atomic or molecular scale.
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.