Convert foot pound-force/second to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert foot pound-force/second [ft*lbf/s] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to foot pound-force/second.
How to Convert Foot Pound-Force/second to Horsepower (Metric)
1 ft*lbf/s = 0.00184339939394866 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 ft*lbf/s to hp (metric):
15 ft*lbf/s = 15 × 0.00184339939394866 hp (metric) = 0.02765099090923 hp (metric)
Foot Pound-Force/second to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Foot Pound-Force/second
The foot pound-force per second (ft·lbf/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of work done or energy transferred, where one foot pound-force is the work done when a force of one pound-force moves an object one foot.
History/Origin
The foot pound-force per second has been used historically in engineering and physics, especially in the United States, as a practical unit of power in mechanical and thermodynamic contexts before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the foot pound-force per second is primarily used in certain engineering fields, such as mechanical and aerospace engineering, for expressing power in systems where imperial units are standard, though it is less common with the global shift towards SI units.
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.