Convert microwatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert microwatt [µW] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to microwatt.
How to Convert Microwatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 µW = 1.3410218586563e-09 hp
Example: convert 15 µW to hp:
15 µW = 15 × 1.3410218586563e-09 hp = 2.01153278798444e-08 hp
Microwatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
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Microwatt
A microwatt (µW) is a unit of power equal to one millionth of a watt, used to measure very small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The microwatt was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to provide standardized units for small quantities of power, especially in scientific and technological contexts, gaining prominence with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Microwatts are used in fields such as electronics, telecommunications, and biomedical engineering to quantify low power levels in devices, sensors, and circuits.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.