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Simple Electric Motor Model

Demonstrate electromagnetic force using a simple coil motor.

LevelSchool / Intermediate Duration1 Week Components₹300–₹800 CodingLow
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Simple Electric Motor Model

Project overview

Demonstrate electromagnetic force using a simple coil motor.

Demonstrate electromagnetic force using a simple coil motor.

Components / materials required

Copper wire
Magnet
AA battery holder
Paper clips/support
Switch optional

What the project demonstrates

Coil rotation
Magnetic interaction
Current direction explanation

Suggested build plan

01

Coil

Wind balanced copper coil.

02

Supports

Create low-friction contacts.

03

Magnet setup

Position field.

04

Testing

Tune coil balance.

Learning outcomes

Understand electromagnetism
Build a simple motor
Relate current and magnetic force
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