Convert joule/second to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert joule/second [J/s] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to joule/second.
How to Convert Joule/second to Horsepower (Metric)
1 J/s = 0.0013596216173039 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 J/s to hp (metric):
15 J/s = 15 × 0.0013596216173039 hp (metric) = 0.0203943242595586 hp (metric)
Joule/second to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Joule/second
The joule per second (J/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy is transferred or converted, equivalent to one watt.
History/Origin
The joule per second has been used as a measure of power since the adoption of the SI system, where the watt (W) became the standard unit of power, with 1 J/s = 1 W.
Current Use
J/s is primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts to quantify power, especially in physics and electrical engineering, often interchangeably with watts.
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.