Every day, electricity is consumed in different means such as MP3 players, laptops, stereos, televisions,home heating and central air conditioning systems. We all have to consume energy, but most of us have never considered building a "power source."
Can you build your own electric generator? Is that possible? Yes, but before seeing the "how" and "why", let's talk about electricity.
Electricity is a form of energy as heat and light. Natural sources of energy, however, difficult to find, and most produce only very little energy. Take the example of static electricity that makes the hair on his arms standing in rooms with air conditioning. Fortunately, one of the basic law on energy that can be converted from one form to another. Therefore, our electrical energy conversion is simply a product of any energy source into electricity. And for this reason, we miniaturization of energy production.
The most common way of producing electricity from the house with solar panels. The solar panels consist of photovoltaic cells, or in simple words, the light energy into electrical energy converters. The rays of sunlight to activate the photovoltaic cells that produce voltage. The voltage of each cell is relatively small. Because of this, the cells are connected in series or in parallel to produce the desired voltage level. Of course, solar cells have their drawbacks. First, they are very expensive to buy. Second, have a low efficiency rate compared to other generators. So if you are planning to power home solar panels, and prepare your portfolio.
Another common way to create a home to convert wind energy into electricity. The turbines used for this method. Basically, the wind generator Dynamo (the common name of any motor or generator) connected to a turbine, which rotates under the force of the wind. The turbine collects wind energy, while Dynamo converts the mechanical strength of the wind into electricity. As noted above, the Dynamo is a general term for the engine. If Dynamo converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, is the engine. If you convert mechanical energy into electricity, a generator. Compared with solar panels, wind generators provide relatively high efficiency. However, the turbines should be oriented, where the wind is strong for good production.
The two solar panels and wind turbines produce no electricity, if there is no sun and wind, respectively. Maintain your battery power a solution to this problem. Care must be duly observed to use batteries, especially those with high "mAh" ratings. Short circuit, which can lead to deadly levels of current.
There are several viable options to make your own power at home. It's just a matter of few studies, some trial and error, and, of course, a little patience before you can create a practical amount of electrical energy. But do not forget to take precautions when working with electricity. You do not want your iPod Fry, or worse - fry yourself!