Convert femtowatt to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert femtowatt [fW] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to femtowatt.
How to Convert Femtowatt to Horsepower (Metric)
1 fW = 1.3596216173039e-18 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 fW to hp (metric):
15 fW = 15 × 1.3596216173039e-18 hp (metric) = 2.03943242595586e-17 hp (metric)
Femtowatt to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Femtowatt
A femtowatt (fW) is a unit of power equal to 10^-15 watts, representing an extremely small amount of power.
History/Origin
The femtowatt was introduced as part of the SI prefixes to measure very small quantities of power, particularly in scientific and technological contexts, gaining recognition as the need to quantify minute power levels grew.
Current Use
Femtowatts are used in fields such as quantum physics, nanotechnology, and optical measurements, where precise measurement of extremely low power levels is required.
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.