Tag: An a.c Generator

  • Understanding Magnetic Fields: 5 Properties and Characteristics

    Understanding Magnetic Fields: 5 Properties and Characteristics

    Magnetic field is a region around the magnet where the magnetic force is experienced. Magnetic field is represented by lines called magnetic field lines which also show direction of the magnetic field.

  • An a.c Generator

    An a.c Generator

    An Alternating current (a.c) Generator is also known as the alternator. An a.c generator is a device or machine that converts mechanical energy energy into electrical energy by rotating conductors through magnetic fields. Figure below illustrates a simple generator made of curved permanent rectangular magnetic poles, slip rings, conductor made into a loop and carbon…