Convert poundal foot to megajoule
Please provide values below to convert poundal foot [pdl*ft] to megajoule [MJ], or Convert megajoule to poundal foot.
How to Convert Poundal Foot to Megajoule
1 pdl*ft = 4.214011e-08 MJ
Example: convert 15 pdl*ft to MJ:
15 pdl*ft = 15 × 4.214011e-08 MJ = 6.3210165e-07 MJ
Poundal Foot to Megajoule 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 It may still appear in historical references or specialized fields dealing with imperial units.
Megajoule
A megajoule (MJ) is a unit of energy equal to one million joules.
History/Origin
The megajoule was introduced as part of the metric system to measure large amounts of energy, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, aligning with the SI units established in the 20th century.
Current Use
The megajoule is used in fields such as physics, engineering, and energy industries to quantify large energy quantities, including in energy production, consumption, and scientific research.