turbine generator
/ˈtɜːrbɪn dʒɛnəˈreɪtər/ · tur·bine gen·er·a·tor
noun
- A machine that converts the energy of a turbine into electrical energy. The power plant used a large turbine generator to produce electricity for the entire city.
- A type of electrical generator that uses a turbine to drive the rotor. The research team studied the design of a new turbine generator for a wind farm.
Did you know? Turbine generators are used in a wide range of applications, from small wind turbines to large power plants, and are a crucial component in the production of renewable energy.