Pronunciation: [tˈɜːba͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The word "turbine" is spelled with the letters T-U-R-B-I-N-E. The first syllable "tur" is pronounced with the IPA transcription /tʌr/ which is a short 'uh' sound followed by an "r" sound. The second syllable "bine" is pronounced with the transcription /baɪn/ which is a long 'i' sound followed by an "n" sound. Together they create the word "turbine" which refers to a machine with rotating blades used to generate power from a fluid flow.
A turbine is a mechanical device that converts the energy of flowing fluids, such as steam, water, or gas, into rotational motion. It consists of a set of blades or vanes mounted on a rotating shaft. The flowing fluid strikes the blades, causing them to rotate and generate mechanical power.
Turbines are widely used in various industries to produce electricity, pump water, or drive machinery. Steam turbines, for example, are commonly employed in power plants, where steam produced by burning fossil fuels or through nuclear reactions is utilized. The pressure of the steam causes the blades to spin, which is then transformed into electrical energy using a generator.
In hydroelectric power plants, water turbines are employed to harness the energy of moving water, such as in rivers or dams. As water flows over the blades, it creates a torque on the turbine shaft, leading to the generation of electricity.
Gas turbines, on the other hand, utilize the temperature and pressure of hot gases to produce rotational motion. These turbines are commonly used in aircraft propulsion systems and as generators in power plants.
The efficiency and power output of a turbine depend on factors such as the design of the blades, fluid flow parameters, and operating conditions. Turbines play a crucial role in achieving sustainable and efficient energy conversion, making them fundamental devices in modern industrial applications.
A horizontal water-wheel.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "turbine" originates from the Latin word "turbinem" which means "a spinning top" or "a whirling thing". The Latin term is derived from the Greek word "tyrbis" meaning "whirling" or "spinning". The concept of a turbine, being a machine that converts the energy of a fluid flow into mechanical energy, was developed in the 19th century. The term "turbine" was adopted to describe these rotating machines due to their resemblance to a spinning top or a whirling motion.
