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Generator

A generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. It works on the principle of electromagnetic induction: when a coil of wire inside the generator spins within a magnetic field, it causes electrons in the wire to move, generating an electric current. Generators are used to produce electricity for homes, industries, and remote locations, especially during power outages or in places without access to the electrical grid. They come in various sizes, from small portable units to large industrial ones, but all fundamentally serve the purpose of transforming mechanical movement into usable electrical power.