Convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert kilojoule/second [kJ/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to kilojoule/second.
1 kJ/s = 1.34102185866 hp. To convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 1.34102185866; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 0.7457 kJ/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kJ/s = 1.34102185866 hp
- 1 hp = 0.7457 kJ/s
- 10 kJ/s = 13.4102185866 hp
- 100 kJ/s = 134.102185866 hp
How to Convert Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 kJ/s = 1.3410218586563 hp
Example: convert 15 kJ/s to hp:
15 kJ/s = 15 × 1.3410218586563 hp = 20.1153278798444 hp
Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| kilojoule/second | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ/s | 1.34102185866 hp |
| 2 kJ/s | 2.68204371731 hp |
| 3 kJ/s | 4.02306557597 hp |
| 5 kJ/s | 6.70510929328 hp |
| 10 kJ/s | 13.4102185866 hp |
| 20 kJ/s | 26.8204371731 hp |
| 50 kJ/s | 67.0510929328 hp |
| 100 kJ/s | 134.102185866 hp |
| 500 kJ/s | 670.510929328 hp |
| 1000 kJ/s | 1341.02185866 hp |
Kilojoule/second
A kilojoule per second (kJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one kilojoule of energy transferred or converted per second.
History/Origin
The kilojoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), and has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure power, especially in fields like physics and energy studies.
Current Use
It is used to quantify power in various applications, including electrical power, mechanical power, and energy transfer rates, particularly where kilojoules and seconds are the relevant units.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilojoule/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 kilojoule/second (kJ/s) = 1.34102185866 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the kilojoule/second value by 1.34102185866. For example, 25 kJ/s × 1.34102185866 = 33.5255464664 hp.
What is 10 kilojoule/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 kJ/s = 13.4102185866 hp.
Which unit is larger, the kilojoule/second or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The kilojoule/second is the larger unit: 1 kJ/s = 1.34102185866 hp.