This flow of electrons travels on electrical conductors, such as, copper or aluminum. As the generators spin, they produce such a flow of electrons that they must have a place to go or require an outlet for the flow. In the US, generators turn at 60 revolutions per second or at 60 hertz (Hz).
Power GenerationĮlectric power is generated as three phase alternating current (AC) by turning mechanical turbines from the forces of water, steam, or other means in order to turn generators, thereby, converting the mechanical energy into electric energy. If we look at the entire electric power system in three parts, electricity is: (1) generated at power plants, (2) transmitted over transmission lines, and then (3) distributed to the end users or customers. None of this would have been possible without the formation of electric power. Since the creation of electric power in the 1800s, major technology breakthroughs have evolved that have become necessities for the human race, like: light bulbs, telephones, stove-top ovens, refrigeration, heat ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), hot water heaters, washers and dryers, TV’s, computers, security systems, internet, LED lighting, and so on…These new conveniences have greatly improved our standard quality of life, and they continue to progress.
There is more to electricity than simply turning on a light switch. This is a basic explanation and summary of how the electric power grid works - by Matt Cole with 3 Phase Associates, LLC Electrical Energy
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