Foot-pounds
Abbreviation/Symbol:
- ft-lb
Unit of:
- Energy and power
Worldwide use:
- Foot pounds are often used in ballistics (particularly in the USA) and for torque or energy measurements
Definition:
One foot pound is the work done by a force of one pounl acting through a distance of one foot, in the direction of the force. It equates to 1.355 817 948 331 4004 joules
Usage context:
This imperial unit is still in common use, to measure both torque and energy