Poundal to Joule/centimeter Conversion
Convert between Poundal and Joule/centimeter quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Poundal to Joule/centimeter
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 pdl to J/cm:
Unit Information
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Poundal
pdl
Definition
The poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system of units. It is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one pound at a rate of one foot per second squared. The poundal is equal to approximately 0.138 Newtons.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced as part of the FPS (foot-pound-second) system of units in the 19th century. It was widely used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the MKS (meter-kilogram-second) system. The name comes from the combination of "pound" and "acceleration".
Current Use
Still used in some areas of physics and engineering, particularly in the United States. Common in some engineering applications where the FPS system is still used. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment that were designed using the FPS system.
Multiplier
0.138
Offset
0
Joule/centimeter
J/cm
Definition
Joule per centimeter is a unit of force derived from the relationship between energy and distance. It represents the force required to do one joule of work over one centimeter of distance. This unit is equivalent to 0.01 Newtons and is used in physics calculations.
History/Origin
Joule per centimeter emerged from the fundamental relationship between work, force, and distance in physics. Since work equals force times distance (W = F × d), force can be expressed as work divided by distance. This unit provides an alternative way to express force in terms of energy.
Current Use
Used in physics calculations where forces are derived from energy considerations. Common in thermodynamics and mechanical engineering where forces are calculated from energy changes. Used in some engineering applications where the relationship between energy and force is important.
Multiplier
0.01
Offset
0
Poundal to Joule/centimeter Conversion Table
| Poundal [pdl] | Joule/centimeter [J/cm] |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 13.825495 J/cm |
| 10 pdl | 138.254954 J/cm |
| 25 pdl | 345.637386 J/cm |
| 50 pdl | 691.274772 J/cm |
| 100 pdl | 1382.549544 J/cm |
| 0 pdl | 0E+0 J/cm |
| -10 pdl | -138.254954 J/cm |
| -40 pdl | -553.019818 J/cm |
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