How Does This Energy Conservation System Work?

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The energy conservation system discussed involves a ball that is pushed to fall onto a turbine connected to a generator, producing electricity. After rotating the turbine, the ball descends through a valve into water, where it is pushed again to repeat the cycle. This system illustrates the principle of conservation of energy, as energy is transformed rather than created. The discussion also addresses the dynamics of a stationary bike and the reasons for a rider's balance, emphasizing the role of kinetic energy in maintaining stability.

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A system is developed as shown in the diagram attached. The ball is initially given a push so that it falls onto a turbine connected to generator which produces electricity. After rotating the turbine the ball fall down a narrow tube with a valve into the water again the ball rises again and is again given a slight push and the whole process is repeated again and again. In this way energy is being "created". The question is: How does this machine obeys the principle of conservation of energy?
Secondly, Why does a raider raiding a bike falls when the bike is stationary but does not fall when its moving? I know that this question has been asked before but I can't find it.
Any help will be appreciated.:smile:
(Pardon me for my bad english.)
 

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Do you think it is possible to push the ball through the valve and into the water without doing any work?
 
No I dont. In my opinion the KE of the ball will be used to open the valve...
 
And, of course, the ball will have lost some of its energy in turning the turbine.
 

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