Did you know GM invented the domestic, affordable permanent magnet? Before this neodymium-iron-boron magnet came along in 1984, electric motors, generators, audio speakers, hard-disk drives, and the ...

Discover how to build a magnetic repulsion motor capable of lighting LED bulbs using only magnets and basic components. This step-by-step tutorial covers the construction of the magnetic base, the ...

Linear motors are becoming increasingly practical for general motion. Many are used for long strokes of a few feet or more. One new design, however, where the magnets move relative to a stationary ...

Discover how to build a simple homopolar motor using everyday household items in this easy-to-follow tutorial. Learn the fundamentals of electromagnetism and magnetic polarity by assembling motors ...

How the switched reluctance motor's (SRM) architecture eliminates the need for magnets and rotor windings. Why SRMs are some of the most rugged and cost-effective motor technologies available. A look ...