Convert joules to foot-pounds
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How to convert joules to foot-pounds
To convert joules to foot-pounds, divide a joules value by 1.3558179483.
Formula ft⋅lbf = J ÷ 1.3558179483
Example: Convert 10 joules to foot-pounds Calculations: 10 J ÷ 1.3558179483 ≈ 7.3756 ft⋅lbf
Joule (J)
The joule is the universal unit of energy, defined as the amount of energy transferred when a force of one newton moves an object one meter in the direction of the force. One joule is approximately equal to 0.000000278 kilowatt-hours.
Foot-pound (ft⋅lbf)
The foot-pound is an imperial and US customary systems unit of energy, defined as the amount of energy transferred when applying a force of one pound-force through a linear displacement of one foot. One foot-pound is approximately equal to 1.355818 joules, or approximately 0.0000003766 kilowatt-hours.
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