Convert megawatt to horsepower (water)
Please provide values below to convert megawatt [MW] to horsepower (water) [hp (water)], or Convert horsepower (water) to megawatt.
How to Convert Megawatt to Horsepower (Water)
1 MW = 1340.40531175817 hp (water)
Example: convert 15 MW to hp (water):
15 MW = 15 × 1340.40531175817 hp (water) = 20106.0796763725 hp (water)
Megawatt to Horsepower (Water) Conversion Table
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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.
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.