generator

Noun
  1. An apparatus that produces a vapor or gas (synset 103439098)
    is a type of: apparatus, setup - equipment designed to serve a specific function
  2. Engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction (synset 103438787)
    is a type of: engine - motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
    subtypes:
    • alternator - an old term for an electric generator that produces alternating current (especially in automobiles)
    • dynamo - generator consisting of a coil (the armature) that rotates between the poles of an electromagnet (the field magnet) causing a current to flow in the armature
    • magneto, magnetoelectric machine - a small dynamo with a secondary winding that produces a high voltage enabling a spark to jump between the poles of a spark plug in a gasoline engine
    • turbogenerator - generator consisting of a steam turbine coupled to an electric generator for the production of electric power
    • aerogenerator, wind generator, windmill - generator that extracts usable energy from winds
    has:
    • brush - conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor
    • rotor, rotor coil - the rotating armature of a motor or generator
    • stator, stator coil - mechanical device consisting of the stationary part of a motor or generator in or around which the rotor revolves
  3. Someone who originates or causes or initiates something (synset 110145714)
    "he was the generator of several complaints"
    is a type of: maker, shaper - a person who makes things
    subtypes: coiner - someone who is a source of new words or new expressions
    same as: author, source
  4. An electronic device for producing a signal voltage (synset 103439195)
    is a type of: electronic device - a device that accomplishes its purpose electronically
    subtypes:
    • oscillator - generator that produces sonic oscillations or alternating current
    • pulse generator - a generator of single or multiple voltage pulses; usually adjustable for pulse rate

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