Description
When you see a Mendocino motor for the first time, you can't help but be fascinated. It floats in the air and spins by itself, seemingly without any source of energy. The functional principle is actually quite simple.
The Mendocino motor is a magnetically levitating electric motor powered by solar energy. The solar panels supply current to the coils mounted on the shaft, which generates a magnetic field. The strong magnet attached to the base (the housing) provides a magnetic force that causes rotation. Thanks to the unique magnetic suspension, there is almost no friction.
Make sure you have enough light! The stronger the light source, the faster it spins!
Specifications
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| Rotation speed | 300-1,500 r/min |
| Dimensions | 5.31 x 2.76 x 2.76' (13.5 x 7 x 7 cm) |
| Weight | approx. 300 g |
