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Generators: An Application of Electromagnetism. By: Bryant Jones. Outline. Background Information Principle of Operation Types of Application Advantages Disadvantages Conclusion References . http://www.cyclenorth.com/images/honda/power_products/honda_generator_conventional.jpg.
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Generators:An Application of Electromagnetism By: Bryant Jones
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.cyclenorth.com/images/honda/power_products/honda_generator_conventional.jpg
Background InformationDefinition of a Generator • A device that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy, using electromagnetic induction.
Background InformationInventor • One of the most influential scientists in the field of electricity with little formal education. • Discovered the principle of generators and built the first electromagnetic generator [Faraday disc] in the 1830s. • Also discovered diamagnetism and electrolysis. Michael Faraday 1791 - 1867 http://www.abdn.ac.uk/~u02rjr4/px2013/faraday_sprott.jpg
Background InformationInventor (Cont.) Faraday’s Disc http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Faraday_disk_generator.jpg
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.edmonton-ots.com/Images/RigElectricGenerator.jpg
Faraday’s Law states that the great the number of turns or the faster the coil is moved through the magnetic flux pattern, the greater the induced voltage. This concept enables us to establish voltages with a generator. Principle of OperationConcept
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.primeairblowers.com/TG%20Set%20Images/turbine%20generator%20package.JPG
Types of Application Gasoline Generator http://image.ec21.com/image/jiangdong/oimg_GC00794843_CA00805712/Gasoline_Generator_(JD3800DW_JD4000DW_JD5000DW_JD6500DW).jpg
Types of Application Diesel Generator http://www.indiamart.com/kia/gifs/diesel-generator2.jpg
Types of ApplicationPropane Generator http://www.uscarburetion.com/images/main-page/generator.JPG
Types of ApplicationLiquefied Petroleum Gas Generator http://www.cfiec.com/web-manager/editor/upload_pic/products/products200832323627.jpg
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.physics.uiowa.edu/~umallik/adventure/nov_06-04/genelectric.gif
Advantages • In areas where the power supply is intermittent, like in Third World Countries, generators can provide power. • Generators also can provide backup power for hospitals, shopping malls, etc…
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.hovertrans.com/picts/generators/English-electric-generator.jpg
Disadvantages • Gasoline-powered generators require more frequent maintenance. • Diesel-powered generators tend to be noisier and more expensive.
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://www.hopshop.net/tours/electric-utility/images/diesel-gen.jpg
Conclusion • Generators are devices that use a magnet in order to induce a flow of electric current in a a circuit. • There are diesel, gasoline, liquefied petroleum gas, and propane-powered generators. • Generators offer a level of safety and security when a power supply is unstable. • Generators also has its disadvantages.
Outline • Background Information • Principle of Operation • Types of Application • Advantages • Disadvantages • Conclusion • References http://img.alibaba.com/photo/11411185/Super_Star_Electric_Diesel_ Generators.jpg
References • Answers.com • Sci-TechEncyclopedia.com • Ezinearticles.com • Introductory Circuit Analysis