different types of turbines and their application.

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Turbines are used to convert kinetic energy into mechanical energy. There are different types of turbines used in various applications.

Steam turbines are used in power plants to generate electricity.
Gas turbines are used in aircraft engines and power plants.
Hydro turbines are used in hydroelectric power plants to generate electricity from water.
Wind turbines are used to generate electricity from wind energy.
Francis turbines are used in hydroelectric power plants for medium head applications.
Pelton turbines are used in hydroelectric power plants for high head applications.
Kaplan turbines are used in hydroelectric power plants for low head applications.
Radial turbines are used in turbochargers for internal combustion engines.

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