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What was the term used to describe a engine power?

Horsepower and Torque


What is the highest horsepower ever recorded?

The highest horsepower ever recorded came from the blastoff of the space shuttle. The space shuttle created more than 60,000 horsepower.


Who invented the concept of horsepower?

The concept of horsepower was first introduced by James Watt, a Scottish engineer, in the late 18th century. Watt used the term to compare the power of steam engines to that of horses, providing a more relatable way to understand and measure engine power.


What is frictional kw ac motor?

The term is 'fractional', not 'frictional'! A 'fractional kilowatt' motor is simply one with a rating below one kilowatt. In North America, the equivalent term is 'fractional horsepower', meaning 'less than one horsepower'.


What does the term 'bhp' mean?

Brake Horsepower - The actual or useful horsepower of an engine, usually determined from the force exerted on a friction brake or dynamometer connected to the drive shaft.


What is the most powerful Acura car?

A vehicles "power" is usually measured by the term "horsepower". The Acura model with the most horsepower is the Acura TL-SH AWD. This car first was first released to the market in 2012. It boasts 304 horsepower. Other Acura models have horsepower around 280 HP.


Who founded horsepower?

Horsepower was developed as a concept by the Scottish engineer James Watt in the late 18th century. He created the term to compare the output of steam engines to the work done by horses, making it easier for people to understand the power of his engines. Watt's calculations estimated that one horsepower could lift 550 pounds one foot in one second. This measurement became a standard unit of power in engineering and continues to be used today.


What is the term for powering airplane engines?

Jet engines produce thrust. All others produce horsepower.


When was Autumn Term created?

Autumn Term was created in 1948.


When was Term of Trial created?

Term of Trial was created in 1962.


When was Term Catalogue created?

Term Catalogue was created in 1668.


When was End of Term created?

End of Term was created in 1959-12.