Convert petawatt to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert petawatt [PW] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to petawatt.
How to Convert Petawatt to Horsepower (Metric)
1 PW = 1359621617303.9 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 PW to hp (metric):
15 PW = 15 × 1359621617303.9 hp (metric) = 20394324259558.6 hp (metric)
Petawatt to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Petawatt
A petawatt (PW) is a unit of power equal to 10^15 watts, used to measure extremely high power levels.
History/Origin
The petawatt was introduced in the 1980s as part of the SI prefixes to describe ultra-high power outputs, particularly in laser physics and astrophysics research.
Current Use
Petawatts are primarily used in scientific research involving high-intensity lasers, astrophysics, and nuclear physics to quantify extremely large power outputs.
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.