Foot-pound To Kilowatt-second Converter

Effortlessly Convert ft-lb to kW·s with Precision

Discover the ease of converting foot-pounds to kilowatt-seconds with our tool. Engineered by Newtum, this converter ensures quick and accurate conversions that spark your curiosity.

What are Foot-pound and Kilowatt-second

A foot-pound (ft-lb) is a unit of work or energy in the Engineering and Gravitational Systems in United States customary and imperial units of measure. It represents the energy transferred upon applying a force of one pound-force through a displacement of one foot. In physical terms, when a one-pound weight is dropped from a height of one foot, the resulting impact exerts one foot-pound of energy.

A kilowatt-second (kW·s) is a derived unit of energy, equivalent to the work done by a power of one kilowatt operating for one second. It is a unit of energy that represents a direct conversion from electrical energy, as kilowatts are a measure of power, which, when multiplied by time in seconds, gives the total energy expended or required over that time period.

History of Foot-pound and Kilowatt-second

The foot-pound to kilowatt-second converter traces its roots to the adoption of the foot-pound as a unit of energy in the British engineering systems and the kilowatt-second as a modern unit for measuring electrical energy. The conversion between these units reflects the ever-evolving need to reconcile traditional mechanical energy units with their electrical counterparts for diverse applications in science and engineering.

How to use Foot-pound to Kilowatt-second Converter

• Enter the value in foot-pounds (ft-lb) into the converter field.
• Click the 'Convert' button to initiate the conversion process.
• The result in kilowatt-seconds (kW·s) will display instantly.
• Use the 'Reset' button if you need to perform a new conversion.

Real Life Applications of Foot-pound to Kilowatt-second

Uncover the practical applications of the ft-lb to kW·s converter, enhancing efficiency in various fields.

• Engineering: Calculating the energy output of engines and machinery.
• Electrical Systems: Converting mechanical energy readings into electrical energy units for grid management.

Solved Examples ft-lb to kW·s

Example 1:
To convert 75 ft-lb to kW·s:
75 ft-lb = 75 × 0.001356 kW·s = 0.1017 kW·s

Example 2:
To convert 150 ft-lb to kW·s:
150 ft-lb = 150 × 0.001356 kW·s = 0.2034 kW·s

FAQs about ft-lb to kW·s Converter

What is a foot-pound?

A foot-pound is a unit of energy commonly used in the United States to represent the energy expended in applying a pound-force over a one-foot distance.

How do you convert foot-pounds to kilowatt-seconds?

Use the conversion factor 1 ft-lb = 0.001356 kW·s and multiply the number of foot-pounds by this factor to get the energy in kilowatt-seconds.

Can I convert kilowatt-seconds back to foot-pounds?

Yes, by using the inverse conversion factor 1 kW·s = 737.562149 ft-lb, you can convert kilowatt-seconds back to foot-pounds.