Convert picojoule/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert picojoule/second [pJ/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to picojoule/second.
How to Convert Picojoule/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 pJ/s = 1.3410218586563e-15 hp
Example: convert 15 pJ/s to hp:
15 pJ/s = 15 × 1.3410218586563e-15 hp = 2.01153278798444e-14 hp
Picojoule/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
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Picojoule/second
A picojoule per second (pJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one trillionth of a joule per second, representing an extremely small rate of energy transfer.
History/Origin
The picojoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), with 'pico' denoting a factor of 10^-12. It has been used in scientific contexts requiring precise measurement of very small power levels, especially in fields like nanotechnology and low-power electronics.
Current Use
This unit is used in scientific and engineering applications to quantify extremely low power levels, such as in nanotechnology, bioelectronics, and other fields where minute energy transfer rates are relevant.
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.