electric motor JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈmoʊtər/ · e·lec·tric mo·tor
noun
- A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, typically using electromagnetic forces to produce rotation or linear motion The electric motor in the fan spins at a high speed to create a cooling breeze.
Did you know? The first electric motor was invented by Ányos Jedlik, a Hungarian engineer, in 1827, and it was a simple device that used electromagnetic forces to rotate a wheel. This invention paved the way for the development of more complex and efficient electric motors that are widely used today in various applications, from household appliances to industrial machinery.