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power generator [′pau̇·ər ‚jen·ə‚rād·ər]
(electricity) A device for producing electric energy, such as an ordinary electric generator or a magnetohydrodynamic, thermionic, or thermoelectric power generator. Power Generator a device for converting some form of energy—for example, mechanical energy, chemical energy, heat, or luminous energy—into electric energy. The term “power generator” is a collective term. Electric generators are often called power generators. However, in a broad sense, the term “power generator” is also applied to such devices as galvanic cells, electrochemical generators, magnetohydrodynamic generators, thermionic converters, photovoltaic converters, and solar batteries. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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