Convert Rydberg to Foot-pound (Ry to ft⋅lb)

What is a Rydberg?

The Rydberg (Ry) is a unit of energy used in atomic physics, determined by the Rydberg constant.

What is a Foot-pound?

The Foot-pound (ft⋅lb) is a unit of work or energy in the engineering and gravitational systems, equal to the energy transferred by applying a force of one pound-force through a distance of one foot.

How to Convert Rydberg to Foot-pound

To convert Rydberg to Foot-pound, multiply the Rydberg value by 1.60779e-18.

ft⋅lb = Ry × 1.60779e-18

Manual Calculation Steps

Step 1: Identify the Formula

The standard formula to convert from Rydberg to Foot-pound is:

ft⋅lb = Ry × 1.60779e-18

Step 2: Plug in the Value

Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 Ry) into the formula.

Step 3: Calculate the Result

Perform the calculation to get the result in Foot-pound.

Rydberg to Foot-pound Conversion Table

Rydberg (Ry)	Foot-pound (ft⋅lb)
1	1.60779e-18 ft⋅lb
5	8.03896e-18 ft⋅lb
10	1.60779e-17 ft⋅lb
25	4.01948e-17 ft⋅lb
50	8.03896e-17 ft⋅lb
100	1.60779e-16 ft⋅lb
500	8.03896e-16 ft⋅lb
1000	1.60779e-15 ft⋅lb

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Foot-pound are in a Rydberg?

There are 1.60779e-18 Foot-pound in 1 Rydberg.

What is the difference between Rydberg and Foot-pound?

Rydberg and Foot-pound are both units used to measure energy. The Rydberg is smaller than the Foot-pound.

How do I convert Rydberg to Foot-pound?

To convert Rydberg to Foot-pound, multiply the Rydberg value by 1.60779e-18. For example, to find out how many Foot-pound there are in a specific number of Rydberg, simply apply this formula.

What are the common uses of Rydberg and Foot-pound?

Rydberg and Foot-pound are commonly used in energy measurements. Rydberg is often used for smaller scale measurements relative to Foot-pound.

Convert Rydberg to Foot-pound