steam turbine

A steam turbine is a device that converts the energy of high-pressure steam into mechanical work, usually to generate electricity or power machinery. As steam enters the turbine, it flows over blades attached to a rotor, causing it to spin. This spinning rotor is connected to a generator or other equipment to produce electricity or perform other tasks. Steam turbines are efficient and widely used in power plants, utilizing the energy from heated water vapor to produce large amounts of electrical power in a reliable way.