A turbine is a rotary mechanical device that extracts energy from a fluid flow and converts it into useful work. The fluid can be water, steam, air, combustion gases, or any other fluid that can be used to generate rotational motion. Turbines have at least one moving part called a rotor assembly, which is a shaft or drum with blades attached. Moving fluid acts on the blades so that they move and impart rotational energy to the rotor. The work produced by a turbine can be used for generating electrical power when combined with a generator.
There are different types of turbines, including steam turbines, wind turbines, gas turbines, and water turbines. Windmills and water wheels are also forms of turbines that have been used for mechanical power since ancient times. Turbines are used in many different areas, including electrical generation, engines, and propulsion systems. The specific design of a turbine depends on the fluid used and the intended application.
