Convert horsepower (metric) to terawatt

Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)] to terawatt [TW], or Convert terawatt to horsepower (metric).




How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Terawatt

1 hp (metric) = 7.3549875e-10 TW

Example: convert 15 hp (metric) to TW:
15 hp (metric) = 15 Γ— 7.3549875e-10 TW = 1.103248125e-08 TW


Horsepower (Metric) to Terawatt Conversion Table

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Horsepower (Metric)

The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.

History/Origin

The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.

Current Use

Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.


Terawatt

A terawatt (TW) is a unit of power equal to one trillion watts (10^12 watts).

History/Origin

The term 'terawatt' was introduced as part of the metric system to quantify extremely large power levels, especially in fields like astrophysics and energy production, gaining prominence in the 20th century with advancements in large-scale energy and power measurement.

Current Use

Terawatts are used to describe the total power output of large-scale energy sources, such as the total global power consumption, solar radiation received by Earth, and astrophysical phenomena.



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