Magnets in our Everyday Lives

10/02/2000


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Magnets in our Everyday Lives

Can magnets do more than help us open a can of Chicken Noodle soup?

Yes! Magnets are EVERYWHERE!

An electromagnetic motor easily demonstrates how magnets are everywhere.

How Does It Work?

There are many simple motors that can be built in the classroom by elementary school students.

Building a motor is the perfect way to show the practical applications of magnets. However, you must be aware of possible problems that may arise :

This is a “Spool and Thread” motor that I chose to build while at the MagLab.

Thank You to My mentor and colleague at the NHMFL

Author: CIRL- NHMFL