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Electric generator
Electric generator: a machine that converts mechanical rotational energy into electrical energy.
Note - An electric generator consists of an input coupling transmitting mechanical work (from the engine power take-off shaft), one or more rotors and stators, excitation windings, starting and control systems, and necessary auxiliary equipment
Source: "DIAGNOSTICS OF MACHINES BASED ON WORKING CHARACTERISTICS. GENERAL PROVISIONS. GOST 30848-2003 (ISO 13380:2002)"
(introduced by Order of Rosstandart dated August 11, 2005 No. 211-ст)