Foot-pounds per second to Watts conversion

How to convert foot-pounds per second to watts?

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Conversion of Foot-Pounds per Second to Watts:

The relationship between foot-pounds per second (ft·lb/s) and watts (W) is a standard unit conversion in physics.

1 foot-pound per second is equal to approximately 1.35582 watts.

Thus, to convert foot-pounds per second to watts, you can use the formula:

\text{Power (W)} = \text{Power (ft·lb/s)} \times 1.35582

So, for 1 foot-pound per second:

1 \, \text{ft·lb/s} = 1 \times 1.35582 \, \text{W} 1 \, \text{ft·lb/s} = 1.35582 \, \text{W}

Real-World Examples:

1. A Running Motor:

   • A small electric motor might generate 10 ft·lb/s of power.
   • Converting to watts: 10 \, \text{ft·lb/s} \times 1.35582 = 13.5582 \, \text{W}

2. Human Power Output:

   • Suppose a person is pedaling a bicycle at a moderate pace producing 50 ft·lb/s.
   • Converting to watts: 50 \, \text{ft·lb/s} \times 1.35582 = 67.791 \, \text{W}
   • This is quite typical for light to moderate cycling effort.

3. Power Tools:

   • A hand drill might operate at around 20 ft·lb/s.
   • Converting to watts: 20 \, \text{ft·lb/s} \times 1.35582 = 27.1164 \, \text{W}

4. Engines:

   • A small lawn mower engine might produce around 200 ft·lb/s.
   • Converting to watts: 200 \, \text{ft·lb/s} \times 1.35582 = 271.164 \, \text{W}
   • This amount of power is substantial and representative of a small internal combustion engine.

These real-world examples help to contextualize the amount of power represented by foot-pounds per second and its equivalent in watts, making it easier to relate to everyday experiences and tools.