What Is Electric Generator? What Is An Inverter?

Generator which converts mechanical energy into an electrical energy.The principle for generator is electromagnetic induction.
Inverter is used to convert  D.C(direct current) into A.C(alternating current).Mainly the inverter is used in UPS.

Electric Generator: The construction of a electric generator or dynamo is in principle identical to that of a motor. In a generator the armature is rotated in the magnetic field and an electromotive force is induced in it due to electromagnetic induction. Thus a generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

With a minor difference in construction, a generator can produce alternating electromotive force or direct electromotive force. The corresponding currents produced are called alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC).

Inverter: An inverter is a device which can convert direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC). The inverters used in homes and offices are specially designed to

(I) Convert DC from a battery to AC, and
(II) Charge the battery

An inverter is fitted in the main power line. When there is a power failure, the inverter automatically switches on the AC, converted from the battery's DC, for lighting and running electrical gadgets. When the main's supply is restored, the inverters automatically switches to a made where it starts charging the battery depleted due to use during the period of power break-down.