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GENERATORS. By Jake Gerard. How They Work. Generators work by converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. This is done by spinning a armature through a magnetic field. Michael Faraday discovered this technology in 1831 by discovering electromagnetic induction. Types Of Generators.
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GENERATORS By Jake Gerard
How They Work • Generators work by converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. • This is done by spinning a armature through a magnetic field. • Michael Faraday discovered this technology in 1831 by discovering electromagnetic induction.
Types Of Generators • There are many different types of generators, some can use gas or steam to produce electricity, the following is a steam generator:
Uses • The uses for generators are endless, they are used to give us electricity and without them it would make life for us a lot more difficult.
Sources • www.iqio.org