Electric generators
Definition
Electric generators are devices that convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. They use the principle of electromagnetic induction to generate an electric current.
Analogy
Think of an electric generator as a bicycle dynamo. When you pedal the bike, the dynamo converts your mechanical energy into electrical energy, powering the lights on your bike.
Related terms
Transformers: Devices that change the voltage of an alternating current (AC) without changing its frequency.
Turbines: Machines that extract energy from a fluid flow and convert it into useful work, often used in power plants to drive electric generators.
Faraday's Law: A fundamental principle in electromagnetism that states a changing magnetic field induces an electromotive force (EMF) in a conductor.
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