Convert MPH to lb-force - Easy Guide

[elmarsur]

How would I convert mph into lb-force?

Thank you.

 

[schip666!]

If it's decelerating from the given mph to zero, multiply by the mass in pounds: F = MA

 

[tiny-tim]

How would I convert mph into lb-force?

hmm … i don't understand either the question or the answer …

what is the context? why exactly are you trying to convert a speed into a force?

 

[K^2]

You don't convert between these two. These are units of completely different quantities. It's like asking how to convert between feet and hours. You can't.

 

[pmacias]

Converting mph (miles per hour) to lb-force (pound-force) is not a direct conversion as they are measuring different physical quantities. MPH is a unit of speed, while lb-force is a unit of force.

To convert mph to lb-force, you would first need to determine the mass of the object that is moving at that speed. This can be done by using the formula F=ma, where F is the force, m is the mass, and a is the acceleration.

Once you have determined the mass, you can then use the formula F=ma again, but this time solving for a. The acceleration will be in units of meters per second squared (m/s^2).

Next, you would need to convert the acceleration from meters per second squared to feet per second squared, as lb-force is typically measured in the English system of units. This can be done by multiplying the value by 3.28 (1 meter = 3.28 feet).

Finally, you can use the formula F=ma once more, this time solving for the force (F). The force will be in units of lb-force.

It is important to note that this conversion assumes the object is moving at a constant speed. If the object is accelerating or decelerating, the conversion would be more complex.

I hope this helps guide you in converting mph to lb-force. Please let me know if you have any further questions.