: Convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.
: While static (no moving parts), they are considered electrical machines because they use magnetic fields to change voltage levels. 2. By Power Supply
: For motors, current in a wire creates a magnetic field that interacts with a second field (usually from a permanent magnet or electromagnet), producing a Lorentz force that turns the rotor.
Electrical machines are broadly classified by their function and the type of power supply they use. 1. By Function
At their most fundamental level, electrical machines rely on the interplay between , magnetic fields , and mechanical motion .
: Convert electrical energy into mechanical motion.