Convert deciwatt to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert deciwatt [dW] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to deciwatt.
How to Convert Deciwatt to Horsepower
1 dW = 0.00013410218586563 hp
Example: convert 15 dW to hp:
15 dW = 15 × 0.00013410218586563 hp = 0.00201153278798444 hp
Deciwatt to Horsepower Conversion Table
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Deciwatt
A deciwatt (dW) is a unit of power equal to one-tenth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The deciwatt was introduced as part of the metric system's decimal prefixes to provide convenient submultiples of the watt, though it is rarely used in practice.
Current Use
Deciwatt is rarely used in modern applications; it may appear in specialized scientific contexts or theoretical calculations involving small power levels.
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.