Convert horsepower (electric) to dekajoule/second
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (electric) [hp (electric)] to dekajoule/second [daJ/s], or Convert dekajoule/second to horsepower (electric).
How to Convert Horsepower (Electric) to Dekajoule/second
1 hp (electric) = 74.6 daJ/s
Example: convert 15 hp (electric) to daJ/s:
15 hp (electric) = 15 × 74.6 daJ/s = 1119 daJ/s
Horsepower (Electric) to Dekajoule/second Conversion Table
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Horsepower (Electric)
Electric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power used to measure the rate at which electrical energy is converted into mechanical energy or work, equivalent to approximately 746 watts.
History/Origin
The electric horsepower was developed as an adaptation of the mechanical horsepower to quantify electrical power output, especially in electric motors and generators. It became a standard unit in electrical engineering to express the power of electric motors and appliances.
Current Use
Electric horsepower is used primarily in specifying the power of electric motors, generators, and other electrical devices, particularly in industries where electrical power measurement is essential for performance and efficiency assessments.
Dekajoule/second
Dekajoule per second (daJ/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one dekajoule equals ten joules per second.
History/Origin
The dekajoule is a non-SI unit introduced as a multiple of the joule, primarily used in older or specialized contexts. Its usage has declined with the adoption of the SI system, but it remains recognized for certain applications involving large energy quantities.
Current Use
Today, daJ/s is rarely used in scientific contexts, with the watt (W) being the standard SI unit for power. However, it may still appear in legacy systems or specific industrial measurements where larger energy units are convenient.