Understanding Rotational Energy of a Fan Impeller

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The discussion centers on calculating the rotational energy of a fan impeller using the formula RE = 1/2Iw^2. An impeller with an inertia of 50 kg m² spinning at 1440 RPM results in a rotational energy of 568,405 Joules. To convert this energy into kilowatt-hours (kWh), it must be divided by 3,600,000 Joules, as 1 kWh equals 3.6 x 10^6 Joules. This conversion is essential for understanding energy consumption in practical applications.

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Hi,

I'm trying to understand the rotational energy of a fan impeller.

I understand RE = 1/2Iw^2

So therefore an impellor with an inertia of 50 kg m^2 spinning at 1440 rpm

= 568405 J

my question is does this figure need to be divided by 3600000 J to give Kw hours?
 
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Correct: 1KWH equals 3.6 x 106 joules
 

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