a device used to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy

a machine that changes mechanical energy to electrical energy

Generates electricity from a source of mechanical energy.

A device that converts another form of energy into electric energy. Common types of electric generators spin an electromagnet on a shaft, which induces electric voltage in coils of wire surrounding the electromagnet. The shaft is driven by an engine attached to it, or by a turbine that is part of the electric generator. A turbine has blades attached to the shaft, which are turned by the force of steam, hot gasses or wind.

A device that converts a heat, chemical or mechanical energy into electricity.

A machine which converts mechanical energy to electricity for transmission and distribution; usually driven by mechanical power from a rotating shaft.