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    What are the magnets for and how do I use them?
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    When a conductive metal passes through the magnetic field you create with the magnets, a current is produced in the metal that can be used to power appliances.
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    I want to make an object of a simple AC power generator. How can I do this?
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    Your best bet is using a lawn mower engine and an alternator to charge a battery to power an inverter.
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    Do alternators rotate either way?
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    Typically, alternators only rotate one way so be sure to check that before installing it.
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    How do I build a 240v generator?
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    You could add a power inverter to this generator to convert the 12volt output to 240 volts.
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