Convert horsepower (water) to megawatt

Please provide values below to convert horsepower (water) [hp (water)] to megawatt [MW], or Convert megawatt to horsepower (water).




How to Convert Horsepower (Water) to Megawatt

1 hp (water) = 0.000746043 MW

Example: convert 15 hp (water) to MW:
15 hp (water) = 15 Γ— 0.000746043 MW = 0.011190645 MW


Horsepower (Water) to Megawatt Conversion Table

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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.


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.



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