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WattW
Source UnitThe watt (symbol: W) is the SI unit of power, defined as the rate of energy transfer equivalent to one joule per second. It measures the amount of energy conversion or transfer that occurs per unit time. In practical terms, it quantifies the rate at which work is done or energy is consumed. The watt is a derived unit in the International System of Units (SI), and it is used extensively in various fields such as electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics to quantify power output or consumption.
Current Use
The watt is widely used across the globe to measure electrical power, mechanical power, and heat transfer. It serves as a fundamental unit in the fields of electrical engineering, physics, and many applied sciences. It is crucial for calculating energy consumption in households, industries, and for determining the power output of engines and machinery.
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One watt is equivalent to 1/746th of a horsepower.
Newton Meter SecondNm·s
Target UnitThe Newton meter second (Nm·s) is a derived unit of power in the International System of Units (SI), representing the product of force (in newtons) and distance (in meters) multiplied by time (in seconds). This unit encapsulates the work done per unit of time when the force is exerted over a distance. In essence, it measures the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred. One Newton meter second is equivalent to one watt multiplied by one second, highlighting its relation to both mechanical power and energy.
Current Use
The Newton meter second is used primarily in engineering and physics to quantify power and work done over time. It is commonly applied in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and various fields involving dynamics and energy transfer. Its relevance spans from calculating the power output of engines to analyzing mechanical systems in research and development labs.
Fun Fact
The watt, a unit of power, is defined as one joule per second, which is equivalent to one Newton meter second.
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Watt
power • SI Unit
Definition
The watt (symbol: W) is the SI unit of power, defined as the rate of energy transfer equivalent to one joule per second. It measures the amount of energy conversion or transfer that occurs per unit time. In practical terms, it quantifies the rate at which work is done or energy is consumed. The watt is a derived unit in the International System of Units (SI), and it is used extensively in various fields such as electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics to quantify power output or consumption.
History & Origin
The watt is named after James Watt, a Scottish engineer and inventor whose improvements to the steam engine were fundamental to the changes brought by the Industrial Revolution. The unit was introduced to provide a consistent measure of power, reflecting Watt's contributions to power engineering.
Etymology: Named after James Watt, a pioneer in steam engine development.
Current Use
The watt is widely used across the globe to measure electrical power, mechanical power, and heat transfer. It serves as a fundamental unit in the fields of electrical engineering, physics, and many applied sciences. It is crucial for calculating energy consumption in households, industries, and for determining the power output of engines and machinery.
💡 Fun Facts
- •One watt is equivalent to 1/746th of a horsepower.
- •The watt is the power required to lift a small apple one meter in one second.
- •James Watt's improvements to the steam engine greatly increased its efficiency and power output.
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Newton Meter Second
power • Non-SI
Definition
The Newton meter second (Nm·s) is a derived unit of power in the International System of Units (SI), representing the product of force (in newtons) and distance (in meters) multiplied by time (in seconds). This unit encapsulates the work done per unit of time when the force is exerted over a distance. In essence, it measures the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred. One Newton meter second is equivalent to one watt multiplied by one second, highlighting its relation to both mechanical power and energy.
History & Origin
The Newton meter second is derived from the SI units of force (newton), distance (meter), and time (second). The newton itself is named after Sir Isaac Newton, who made significant contributions to classical mechanics. This unit has been formalized in the context of the SI system, which was established in the late 1960s to standardize measurements across various fields of science and engineering. The use of Nm·s as a unit of power reflects the integration of these foundational concepts in physics.
Etymology: Named after Sir Isaac Newton, whose laws of motion form the foundation of classical mechanics, and the meter and second are standard units of distance and time, respectively.
Current Use
The Newton meter second is used primarily in engineering and physics to quantify power and work done over time. It is commonly applied in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and various fields involving dynamics and energy transfer. Its relevance spans from calculating the power output of engines to analyzing mechanical systems in research and development labs.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The watt, a unit of power, is defined as one joule per second, which is equivalent to one Newton meter second.
- •Newton meter second is often used in engineering calculations relating to the efficiency of machines and engines.
- •The unit can also describe angular momentum, as torque (in Nm) multiplied by time can reflect rotational power.
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