2006-12-26 05:24:35 · 7 answers · asked by Edward V 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science
Wind moves the blades. The blades do work on a magnetic field. The work done on the magnetic field produces an electromotive force. The electromotive force produces an electric current which is delivered to your electrical outlet.
2006-12-26 06:04:19 · answer #1 · answered by Meresa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pretty much the same way any other power plant does. The windmill drives a belt, which spins a turbine , which charges an electromagnet and the electricity is sent on the the power grid, or stored in a battery.
2006-12-26 05:28:09 · answer #2 · answered by alanc_59 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The blades of the 'windmill' turn a generator which makes electricty.
All electrical generation is based around generators, what differs is the method in which the generator is spun.
2006-12-26 05:29:16 · answer #3 · answered by The Yeti 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
windmills are powered by the force of wind they have generators on the turbines that generate electricity then the power is stored in a battery or capacitor ready for use
2006-12-26 05:38:19 · answer #4 · answered by david j k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Through a motor -
A coil of copper wire is encased by a metal shell which spins round, generating electricity (or the other way round... ) due to the opposites of elements/reaction
Hence when the windmill turns, cogs turn the motor, viola!
2006-12-26 05:28:35 · answer #5 · answered by <-tom-> 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-28 09:54:11 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the winds turns the fan blades which spins a generator. presto!!! electricity
2006-12-26 05:28:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋