1. How an Electric Motor Works
By: Steve Micacchi
Objective:
To explain how a basic electric motor works

2. Parts of An Electric Motor

3. Understanding Electromagnets
The current in a circuit creates an electric field
Have a north and a south pole
Poles can be reversed by reversing the direction of the battery in a circuit
The idea behind an electric motor

4. How It Works
Multiple Views of the armature in an electric motor
Circuit of an Electric Motor
The Polarity of the armature will change when the brushes contact the succeeding commutator when in rotation.

5. Conclusion Electric motors are: Simple, but effective Have many uses
Are vital to everyday life
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