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Turbine-electric transmission

Turbine-electric transmission is a way of converting energy from hot air (or steam) into usable energy that can power machines and vehicles. To do this, a big fan-like object called a turbine is used. The turbine is connected to an electric generator which takes the heat from the air or steam and turns it into electricity. The electricity travels through wires to a motor which then powers whatever machine or vehicle it is connected to. In short, turbine-electric transmission takes heat energy from air or steam and converts it into usable electricity.