The activity discusses the fundamentals of mechanical energy converted into electrical energy by using magnetic induction and emf. The project focuses on the working principles and instruments used in it.  The interchange of different energies and electricity generation by the process of induction can be completely explained by this project.

Learning outcomes according to the national curriculum of general science

• Fundamental concepts and laws about magnetic induction and emf.
• The project will help to understand the working principle of electricity generation.
• The workshop will also help the students to learn about the construction and making of an AC generator by using magnets and a copper coil.

Topics learned

• Turbine, its basic parts, and their function
• relationship between electricity and magnetism
• Generation of electricity

Skills

• Making of generator
• Troubleshooting
• Teamwork

Requirement

• Grade 7+
• No. of students: 30 (maximum)
• Duration: 90 minutes