System Components: Generator
The Generator produces free electrons necessary to charge the battery. The electron flow is produced through inductance, a magnetized rotor spinning inside a stator. The generator produces AC voltage which is converted to DC voltage or rectified.
Generator styles:
- Brush Type.
- Brushless Type.
NOTE:
In an attempt to standardize terminology in the industry, the term alternator is being replaced with generator. Often an alternator is referred to as an AC generator.
Air or liquid (coolant) is used for generator cooling.