ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Amplidyne

An amplidyne is like a magic machine that can make a lot of electricity out of just a little bit of electricity. It works by using something called an electromagnet. This is like a giant magnet that can be turned on and off with electricity.

When you turn on the electromagnet, it creates a strong magnetic field. This magnetic field pushes and pulls on some metal wires inside the amplidyne. When the wires move, they create more electricity. This extra electricity can then be used to power other machines or tools.

The amplidyne is like a little helper that can turn a small amount of electricity into a big amount of electricity. It's kind of like using a magnifying glass to make the sun's rays really strong and powerful. The amplidyne helps us do things that we can't do on our own, and it's a really cool invention!