Convert deciwatt to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert deciwatt [dW] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to deciwatt.
How to Convert Deciwatt to Pound-Foot/minute
1 dW = 4.42537403261324 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 dW to lbf*ft/min:
15 dW = 15 × 4.42537403261324 lbf*ft/min = 66.3806104891986 lbf*ft/min
Deciwatt to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Deciwatt
A deciwatt (dW) is a unit of power equal to one-tenth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The deciwatt was introduced as part of the metric system's decimal prefixes to provide convenient submultiples of the watt, though it is rarely used in practice.
Current Use
Deciwatt is rarely used in modern applications; it may appear in specialized scientific contexts or theoretical calculations involving small power levels.
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.