Convert megaelectron-volt to horsepower hour
Please provide values below to convert megaelectron-volt [MeV] to horsepower hour [hp*h], or Convert horsepower hour to megaelectron-volt.
How to Convert Megaelectron-Volt to Horsepower Hour
1 MeV = 5.96820626606428e-20 hp*h
Example: convert 15 MeV to hp*h:
15 MeV = 15 × 5.96820626606428e-20 hp*h = 8.95230939909642e-19 hp*h
Megaelectron-Volt to Horsepower Hour Conversion Table
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Megaelectron-Volt
A megaelectron-volt (MeV) is a unit of energy equal to one million electron-volts, commonly used in nuclear and particle physics to express the energy of particles.
History/Origin
The megaelectron-volt was introduced as a convenient unit for expressing high-energy particles in physics, particularly after the development of particle accelerators in the mid-20th century, replacing the electron-volt for larger energy scales.
Current Use
Today, the MeV is widely used in nuclear physics, particle physics, and astrophysics to quantify the energy of subatomic particles, nuclear reactions, and cosmic phenomena.
Horsepower Hour
A horsepower hour (hp*h) is a unit of energy representing the amount of energy equivalent to one horsepower of power sustained over one hour of time.
History/Origin
The horsepower hour originated from the traditional unit of horsepower used to quantify engine power, combined with the hour to measure energy consumption or production over time. It has been used primarily in engineering and energy industries to express energy usage or capacity.
Current Use
Today, the horsepower hour is rarely used in practical applications, having been largely replaced by the joule and other SI units. However, it may still be referenced in historical data, legacy systems, or specific industries dealing with older measurement standards within the energy and mechanical sectors.