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Lab #36.8   Magnetism: Motor Madness

Purpose
In this activity, students will investigate the principles that make electric motors possible.

Discussion
Perhaps the most important invention of the 19th century was the electric motor. You use a motor whenever you use electric power to make something move. A motor is used to start the engine of a car. Motors are used to spin compact discs. Motors are used to move elevators up and down. A list of motor applications would go on and on. But how do motors turn electric energy into mechanical energy? Let’s find out!

Required Equipment

Hand-held generator (Genecon® or equivalent), connecting wires, about 50 cm of lead-free solder,
2 collar hooks (or 2 10-cm lengths of lead-free solder), about 30 cm of 1/4" diameter wood dowel,
support rod with base and rod clamp, 2 bar magnets (strong alnico magnets are recommended)
small block of wood (about 2" x 2" x 1"), 2 rubber bands, 2 D-cell batteries
 

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The "Small Block" is not specific and can be fashioned from scrap lumber. Each lab group would need access to one of each; see lab detail for specific use.