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Nikola Tesla

Definition

Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, and physicist who is best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electrical supply system.

Related terms

Alternating Current (AC): AC is an electric current that periodically reverses direction. It is what powers our homes and most electrical devices.

Induction Motor: An induction motor is a type of electric motor that uses electromagnetic induction to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.

Wireless Power Transfer: This refers to the transmission of electrical energy from one place to another without using any physical conductors or wires.

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