Convert pferdestarke to megawatt
Please provide values below to convert pferdestarke [ps] to megawatt [MW], or Convert megawatt to pferdestarke.
How to Convert Pferdestarke to Megawatt
1 ps = 0.00073549875 MW
Example: convert 15 ps to MW:
15 ps = 15 × 0.00073549875 MW = 0.01103248125 MW
Pferdestarke to Megawatt Conversion Table
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Pferdestarke
The pferdestarke (ps) is a unit of power used primarily in Germany, equivalent to 735.5 watts.
History/Origin
The pferdestarke was introduced in the late 19th century as a metric unit of horsepower, named after the German word for 'horsepower'. It was used to measure engine power, especially in automotive and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the pferdestarke is largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit watt, but it is still occasionally used in historical references and in certain European countries for measuring engine power.
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.