dynamotor

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A dynamotor is a device that combines an electric motor and an electric generator into a single unit. It is used to convert electrical power from one form to another. For instance, a dynamotor can transform alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), which is useful in applications like welding. It can also generate high-frequency AC power for purposes such as induction heating. The term "dynamotor" is a blend of "dynamo" (an older term for generator) and "motor".12

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…combination has been termed a dynamotor. In some sets, there may be more than one coupled generator. Motor generator is also used to denote an electric generator and a driving motor, such as a gasoline or diesel engine.
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…combination has been termed a dynamotor. In some sets, there may be more than one coupled generator. Motor generator is also used to denote an electric generator and a driving motor, such as a gasoline or diesel engine.
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