Convert megawatt to joule/second
Please provide values below to convert megawatt [MW] to joule/second [J/s], or Convert joule/second to megawatt.
How to Convert Megawatt to Joule/second
1 MW = 1000000 J/s
Example: convert 15 MW to J/s:
15 MW = 15 × 1000000 J/s = 15000000 J/s
Megawatt to Joule/second 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.
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.