Answer to Question #291073 in Electrical Engineering for jay

Question

Explain the basic operation of a generator using a suitable diagram to support your answer.

Answer 1

The magnet rotates powered by some external mechanical effort such as a fan, diesel generator, or energy of water. When the magnet (blue-red rectangle) passes near the orange coils, it induces electromotive force in the coils. Connected to some electrical load, the coils power this load.