Generator vs. Motor

What's the Difference?

Generators and motors are both electrical devices that convert energy from one form to another. However, they operate in opposite ways. A generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, while a motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. In a generator, a rotating shaft is connected to a coil of wire that spins within a magnetic field, inducing an electric current. On the other hand, a motor uses an electric current to create a magnetic field, which then interacts with a coil of wire to produce rotational motion. While generators are commonly used to produce electricity in power plants, motors are found in various applications such as appliances, vehicles, and industrial machinery.

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