Convert foot pound-force/second to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert foot pound-force/second [ft*lbf/s] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to foot pound-force/second.
1 ft*lbf/s = 0.00181818150731 hp. To convert foot pound-force/second to horsepower, multiply the value by 0.00181818150731; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 550.000094039 ft*lbf/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ft*lbf/s = 0.00181818150731 hp
- 1 hp = 550.000094039 ft*lbf/s
- 10 ft*lbf/s = 0.0181818150731 hp
- 100 ft*lbf/s = 0.181818150731 hp
How to Convert Foot Pound-Force/second to Horsepower
1 ft*lbf/s = 0.00181818150730857 hp
Example: convert 15 ft*lbf/s to hp:
15 ft*lbf/s = 15 × 0.00181818150730857 hp = 0.0272727226096285 hp
Foot Pound-Force/second to Horsepower Conversion Table
| foot pound-force/second | horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 ft*lbf/s | 0.00181818150731 hp |
| 2 ft*lbf/s | 0.00363636301462 hp |
| 3 ft*lbf/s | 0.00545454452193 hp |
| 5 ft*lbf/s | 0.00909090753654 hp |
| 10 ft*lbf/s | 0.0181818150731 hp |
| 20 ft*lbf/s | 0.0363636301462 hp |
| 50 ft*lbf/s | 0.0909090753654 hp |
| 100 ft*lbf/s | 0.181818150731 hp |
| 500 ft*lbf/s | 0.909090753654 hp |
| 1000 ft*lbf/s | 1.81818150731 hp |
Foot Pound-Force/second
The foot pound-force per second (ft·lbf/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of work done or energy transferred, where one foot pound-force is the work done when a force of one pound-force moves an object one foot.
History/Origin
The foot pound-force per second has been used historically in engineering and physics, especially in the United States, as a practical unit of power in mechanical and thermodynamic contexts before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the foot pound-force per second is primarily used in certain engineering fields, such as mechanical and aerospace engineering, for expressing power in systems where imperial units are standard, though it is less common with the global shift towards SI units.
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 foot pound-force/second in horsepower?
1 foot pound-force/second (ft*lbf/s) = 0.00181818150731 horsepower (hp).
How do you convert foot pound-force/second to horsepower?
Multiply the foot pound-force/second value by 0.00181818150731. For example, 25 ft*lbf/s × 0.00181818150731 = 0.0454545376827 hp.
What is 10 foot pound-force/second in horsepower?
10 ft*lbf/s = 0.0181818150731 hp.
Which unit is larger, the foot pound-force/second or the horsepower?
The horsepower is the larger unit: 1 ft*lbf/s equals only 0.00181818150731 hp.