
Fuel conversion
Fuel conversion is the process of transforming stored energy from fuel into usable power, typically by engines or turbines. For example, a gasoline engine burns fuel to produce combustion energy, which moves pistons and powers a vehicle. In power plants, burning coal or natural gas generates heat, creating steam that drives turbines to generate electricity. Essentially, fuel conversion turns chemical energy into mechanical or electrical energy, allowing us to operate vehicles, generate electricity, or run machinery efficiently. It involves various turbines, engines, or devices that facilitate this change from stored fuel energy to useful work.