Convert dekawatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert dekawatt [daW] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to dekawatt.
How to Convert Dekawatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 daW = 0.013410218586563 hp
Example: convert 15 daW to hp:
15 daW = 15 × 0.013410218586563 hp = 0.201153278798444 hp
Dekawatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
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Dekawatt
A dekawatt (daW) is a unit of power equal to 10 watts.
History/Origin
The dekawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's prefixes for larger units of power, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts, but it is not widely adopted in everyday use.
Current Use
The dekawatt is rarely used in modern practice; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or kilowatts. It may appear in specialized technical fields or historical references.
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.