Permanent Magnet, Universal, and Brushless DC Motors

Learn about the design of permanent magnet, universal, and brushless DC motors.

Prerequisites

Knowledge of DC motor components and review of the lessons, Introduction to DC Motor Theory and Series, Shunt, and Compound DC Motors, are recommended.

Description

This is the tenth lesson in the iKNOW™ AC/DC Motor Theory Library. This lesson instructs the student in the design of permanent magnet, universal, and brushless DC motors and how they work.

Objectives

Explain the design of a permanent magnet DC motor.  Explain how a permanent magnet DC motor works.  Explain how a universal motor runs off of DC power.  Explain the design of a brushless DC motor. Explain how a brushless DC motor works.