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Generating Large Scale Power

Motors and Generators > Generating Large Scale Power

Generators are used to provide large scale power production

Students learn to:

  • describe the main components of a generator
  • compare the structure and function of a generator to an electric motor
  • describe the differences between AC and DC generators
  • discuss the energy losses that occur as energy is fed through transmission lines from the generator to the consumer
  • assess the effects of the development of AC generators on society and the environment

Students:

  • plan, choose equipment or resources for, and perform a first-hand investigation to demonstrate the production of an alternating current
  • gather secondary information to discuss advantages/disadvantages of AC and DC generators and relate these to their use
  • analyse secondary information on the competition between Westinghouse and Edison to supply electricity to cities
  • gather and analyse information to identify how transmission lines are:
    • insulated from supporting structures
    • protected from lightning strikes

Extract from Physics Stage 6 Syllabus (Amended October 2002). © 2009, Board of Studies NSW.

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