Motors

Definition

Motors are devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy by utilizing electromagnetic forces. They consist of coils of wire within a magnetic field to generate rotational motion.

Related terms

Electromagnetic Forces:

Forces generated by the interaction between electric currents and magnetic fields.

Torque:

The rotational force produced by a motor that causes an object to rotate.

Direct Current (DC):

An electric current that flows in one direction only, commonly used in batteries and electronic devices.