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Open Energy Ontology
/ Class - generator
Label: generator
Definition:
A generator is an energy converting component that converts other forms of energy into electrical energy.
Sub classes:
electro motive generator
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Definition:
An electro motive generator is a generator that converts kinetic energy into electric energy.
fuel cell
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Definition:
A fuel cell is a generator that converts chemical energy into electricity using redox reactions.
photovoltaic cell
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Definition:
A photovoltaic cell (PV cell) is a generator that converts solar energy into electrical energy.
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energy converting component
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Definition:
An energy converting component is an artificial object that is usually a discrete part of an energy transformation unit with the function of transforming, transferring or changing a certain type of energy.
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