• Steam Generation: High-pressure steam is produced in a boiler or steam generator.
• Steam Expansion: The steam is directed onto the turbine blades, causing them to spin. The expansion of steam through the turbine’s stages converts thermal energy into mechanical energy.
• Energy Conversion: The rotating shaft of the turbine is connected to a generator, converting the mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Applications of Steam Turbines:

• Power Plants: Used in thermal power stations to generate electricity.
• Industrial Processes: Provide mechanical power for various industrial applications.
• Marine Propulsion: Used in ships and submarines for propulsion.

Advantages of Steam Turbines:

• High Efficiency: Capable of operating efficiently at high temperatures and pressures.
• Reliability: Proven technology with a long history of use in power generation.