Convert hectowatt to megawatt
Please provide values below to convert hectowatt [hW] to megawatt [MW], or Convert megawatt to hectowatt.
How to Convert Hectowatt to Megawatt
1 hW = 0.0001 MW
Example: convert 15 hW to MW:
15 hW = 15 × 0.0001 MW = 0.0015 MW
Hectowatt to Megawatt Conversion Table
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Hectowatt
A hectowatt (hW) is a unit of power equal to 100 watts.
History/Origin
The hectowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide larger units of power measurement, though it is rarely used in practice today.
Current Use
The hectowatt is seldom used in modern contexts; power is typically expressed in watts or kilowatts, but it may appear in specific engineering or scientific applications requiring larger units.
Megawatt
A megawatt (MW) is a unit of power equal to one million watts, used to measure the output of power plants and the capacity of electrical systems.
History/Origin
The megawatt was introduced as part of the metric system to quantify large-scale power, becoming widely adopted in the 20th century with the expansion of electrical power generation and distribution.
Current Use
Megawatts are commonly used today to specify the capacity of power plants, electrical grids, and large-scale energy projects, facilitating standardized measurement of high power levels in various industries.