Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to microwatt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp] to microwatt [µW], or Convert microwatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s).
How to Convert Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) to Microwatt
1 hp = 745700000 µW
Example: convert 15 hp to µW:
15 hp = 15 × 745700000 µW = 11185500000 µW
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) to Microwatt Conversion Table
horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) | microwatt |
---|
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.
Microwatt
A microwatt (µW) is a unit of power equal to one millionth of a watt, used to measure very small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The microwatt was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to provide standardized units for small quantities of power, especially in scientific and technological contexts, gaining prominence with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Microwatts are used in fields such as electronics, telecommunications, and biomedical engineering to quantify low power levels in devices, sensors, and circuits.