Convert femtojoule/second to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert femtojoule/second [fJ/s] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to femtojoule/second.
How to Convert Femtojoule/second to Horsepower (Metric)
1 fJ/s = 1.3596216173039e-18 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 fJ/s to hp (metric):
15 fJ/s = 15 × 1.3596216173039e-18 hp (metric) = 2.03943242595586e-17 hp (metric)
Femtojoule/second to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Femtojoule/second
A femtojoule per second (fJ/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer of one femtojoule (10^-15 joules) per second.
History/Origin
The femtojoule/second unit emerged with the development of high-precision measurements in nanotechnology and quantum physics, where extremely small energy transfer rates are relevant. It is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), with 'femto' denoting 10^-15.
Current Use
The femtojoule/second is used in scientific research to quantify very small power levels, particularly in fields like nanotechnology, quantum computing, and molecular physics, where energy transfer rates are extremely low.
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.