Convert poundal foot to horsepower hour
Please provide values below to convert poundal foot [pdl*ft] to horsepower hour [hp*h], or Convert horsepower hour to poundal foot.
How to Convert Poundal Foot to Horsepower Hour
1 pdl*ft = 1.56974495331854e-08 hp*h
Example: convert 15 pdl*ft to hp*h:
15 pdl*ft = 15 × 1.56974495331854e-08 hp*h = 2.35461742997781e-07 hp*h
Poundal Foot to Horsepower Hour Conversion Table
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Poundal Foot
The poundal foot (pdl*ft) is a unit of energy representing the work done when a force of one poundal acts over a distance of one foot.
History/Origin
The poundal foot originated in the foot-poundal system of units, which was used primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
The poundal foot is rarely used today and has been largely replaced by the joule in scientific and engineering contexts. It may still appear in historical references or specialized fields dealing with imperial units.
Horsepower Hour
A horsepower hour (hp*h) is a unit of energy representing the amount of energy equivalent to one horsepower of power sustained over one hour of time.
History/Origin
The horsepower hour originated from the traditional unit of horsepower used to quantify engine power, combined with the hour to measure energy consumption or production over time. It has been used primarily in engineering and energy industries to express energy usage or capacity.
Current Use
Today, the horsepower hour is rarely used in practical applications, having been largely replaced by the joule and other SI units. However, it may still be referenced in historical data, legacy systems, or specific industries dealing with older measurement standards within the energy and mechanical sectors.