Joule (J) to Foot-pound Conversion
Convert joule (j) to foot-pound with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
Energy Converter
1 Joule (J) = 0 Foot-pound
Common Conversions
About Joule (J) to Foot-pound Conversion
Converting from Joule (J) to Foot-pound is a common energy conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between joule (j) and foot-pound, providing instant results with high precision.
Joule (J)
Definition: The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, defined as the work done by a force of one newton moving one meter.
History: Named after James Prescott Joule, established in 1889, adopted as SI unit in 1948.
Current use: Fundamental unit for all energy measurements in physics and engineering.
Foot-pound
Definition: A foot-pound is the energy transferred when a force of one pound-force acts through a displacement of one foot (≈1.356 joules).
History: Originated from early mechanical engineering practices in Britain.
Current use: Still used in some mechanical engineering contexts in the US and UK.
Details
- From: Joule (J)
- To: Foot-pound
- Formula: 1 J = 0.7375621493 Foot-pound
- Example: 25 J = 18.4390537319 Foot-pound
Joule (J) to Foot-pound Conversion Table
| Joule (J) | Foot-pound |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0073756215 |
| 0.1 | 0.0737562149 |
| 1 | 0.7375621493 |
| 2 | 1.4751242986 |
| 3 | 2.2126864478 |
| 5 | 3.6878107464 |
| 10 | 7.3756214928 |
| 20 | 14.7512429855 |
| 50 | 36.8781074639 |
| 100 | 73.7562149277 |
| 1000 | 737.5621492773 |