Wheel-Based Power Generation
Project ID: ELEC-102
Used Components
Large Rubber Wheel Metal Shaft DC Motor DC Generator Motor Pulley Belt Motor Coupling Bearing Bearing Bracket Relay Module Transformer Push Button Switch LED Indicator Resistor Capacitor Connecting Wires Power Supply
Description
Mechanical Energy to Electrical Energy Conversion System is an educational prototype that demonstrates the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy. The system uses a DC motor, pulley-and-belt mechanism, rotating wheel, shaft and generator. Mechanical rotation produced by the motor is transferred through the belt and pulley system to rotate the generator. The generator converts this rotational mechanical energy into electrical energy. A relay-based control circuit is incorporated for switching and controlling the electrical section. The project demonstrates the principles of mechanical transmission, rotational motion, electromagnetic generation and energy conversion.