Convert gigawatt to horsepower (electric)
Please provide values below to convert gigawatt [GW] to horsepower (electric) [hp (electric)], or Convert horsepower (electric) to gigawatt.
How to Convert Gigawatt to Horsepower (Electric)
1 GW = 1340482.57372654 hp (electric)
Example: convert 15 GW to hp (electric):
15 GW = 15 × 1340482.57372654 hp (electric) = 20107238.6058981 hp (electric)
Gigawatt to Horsepower (Electric) Conversion Table
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Gigawatt
A gigawatt (GW) is a unit of power equal to one billion watts, used to measure large-scale electrical power generation or consumption.
History/Origin
The gigawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's adoption for expressing large power quantities, particularly in the context of electrical engineering and energy projects, becoming widely used in the 20th century with the growth of large power plants and national grids.
Current Use
Gigawatts are commonly used today to quantify the capacity of power plants, energy production, and national or regional power consumption levels, especially in the context of renewable energy projects and large-scale infrastructure.
Horsepower (Electric)
Electric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power used to measure the rate at which electrical energy is converted into mechanical energy or work, equivalent to approximately 746 watts.
History/Origin
The electric horsepower was developed as an adaptation of the mechanical horsepower to quantify electrical power output, especially in electric motors and generators. It became a standard unit in electrical engineering to express the power of electric motors and appliances.
Current Use
Electric horsepower is used primarily in specifying the power of electric motors, generators, and other electrical devices, particularly in industries where electrical power measurement is essential for performance and efficiency assessments.