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The term was adopted in the late 18th century by Scottish engineer James Watt to compare the output of steam engines with the power of draft horses.
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What is average output of a cars engine?
the output of a car engine depends on many factors. Engine size (displacement) plays a major factor. Output is figured in horsepower. the classic definition of Horsepower is the force moving an object a certain distance within a certain time. Force = pounds Distancem = feet Time = minute
Is a lathe a constant torque or horsepower?
It's a constant horsepower
What is brake horsepower in hvac systems?
Brake horsepower is the hvac motor horsepower before the motor hp is dropped due to a load. Indicated, gross and SAE are other ways to rate horsepower.
How are horsepower and thrust related in a jet aircraft?
The more horsepower you have, the more thrust you will be able to produce. The more horsepower you have, the more thrust you will be able to produce.
What is the difference between Shaft horsepower and Brake horsepower?
Shaft horsepower is the power output from an engine after it is put through the gear train and other components that result in a loss of power. It is usually used in respect to aeroplanes and ships though it can be used as the power output from a cars gearbox. Brake horsepower is the power an engine puts out at the crank and is not subject to losses. It is always higher than the true horsepower. The true horsepower or rear wheel horsepower is the power that is actually driving a vehicle foreward and is probably the most important for comparing motor vehicles. Horsepower itself is the imperial unit for power, like the metric systems Watt. 1 hp = 0.75kW
How much horsepower does a cow have?
The definition of horsepower is a unit of power equal to 746 watts. Therefore, a cow has no horsepower.
What is the definition for the word originated?
Started, began.
What is 1 horsepower equal to in the Metric system?
1 Horsepower = 746 Watts There is more than one definition of Horsepower, and they have slightly different values.
What is the definition of a high-performance airplane?
An airplane with an engine of more than 200 horsepower.
How much horsepower is cc?
The original definition of horsepower is the ability to move 550 pounds one foot in one second. Cc or cubic centimeters is a measurement of volume. Horsepower and engine displacement are different types of measurement. There is no true correlation.
How much horsepower is 634 cc?
The original definition of horsepower is the ability to move 550 pounds one foot in one second. Cc or cubic centimeters is a measurement of volume. Horsepower and engine displacement are different types of measurement. There is no true correlation.
How many watts of power are equal to 1 horsepower?
The definition is that 746 watts equal one horse-power.
What is the urban dictionary definition of the word nang?
The urban dictionary definition of the word "Nang" is something that is good. The word originated from Hackney in London, specifically from Kingsland secondary school.
What is the definition of Nathan?
The name Nathan originated in the Hebrew nation as Nathaniel. When translated Nathaniel means "Gift of God."
What is daena?
Daena; -- Definition 1 -- Traditional Gaelic name. it originated from a mythic Goddess The same rule applies on the Persian terms.
Is Venezuela considered a Latin country?
Yes, it is a Latin American nation by definition (Venezuelans speak Spanish, a Latin-originated language).
Where did fencing come from?
The answer depends on your definition of fencing. Modern fencing, also called Olympic fencing, originated in France.
