Convert kilowatt to terajoule/second
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to terajoule/second [TJ/s], or Convert terajoule/second to kilowatt.
How to Convert Kilowatt to Terajoule/second
1 kW = 1e-09 TJ/s
Example: convert 15 kW to TJ/s:
15 kW = 15 × 1e-09 TJ/s = 1.5e-08 TJ/s
Kilowatt to Terajoule/second Conversion Table
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Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.
Terajoule/second
A terajoule per second (TJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one trillion joules of energy transferred or converted per second.
History/Origin
The terajoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), with 'tera' indicating a factor of 10^12. It is used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure very high power levels, especially in fields like astrophysics and energy production.
Current Use
TJ/s is used to quantify extremely high power outputs, such as in large-scale energy systems, astrophysical phenomena, and nuclear reactions, where conventional units like watts are insufficient to express the magnitude.