LBM can stand for multiple things, including:
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Pound mass (lbm): A unit of mass used in both the British imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. The most common definition is the international avoirdupois pound, which is legally defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. In the context of mechanics, LBM represents mass, which is a fundamental physical quantity.
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Lean body mass: A part of body composition that is defined as the difference between total body weight and body fat weight. It includes the mass of all organs except body fat, including bones, muscles, blood, skin, and everything else. The percentage of LBM in the total body weight typically ranges between 60-90%.
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Laboratory of biomechanics of Arts et Métiers ParisTech: A research facility focused on biomechanics, located at Arts et Métiers ParisTech.
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Interleaved Bitmap Format: A filename extension used for a specific bitmap image format.
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Lattice Boltzmann methods in fluid dynamics: A computational fluid dynamics technique that uses a lattice-based approach to simulate fluid flow.
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London Borough of Merton: A borough in southwest London, UK.
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Laser beam machining: A non-contact machining process that uses a laser beam to cut, drill, or engrave materials.
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Logical Business Machines: A defunct computer company.
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Little Brown Mushroom: A publishing house founded by Alec Soth.
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Live bivalve mollusc: A type of bivalve mollusk that is still alive when consumed as food.
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Lumber and Building Materials: A term used in the construction industry to refer to various wood products and construction materials.
