After opening the base of the tree [EcProjects] found a 12 volt AC geared synchronous motor turning a multi colored translucent plastic disk.

German automotive part maker Mahle is developing an electric motor that does not require permanent magnets, and so does not need rare earth elements. Like a permanent magnet synchronous motor, ...

The latest motor architectures assist in curtailing or eliminating the economic, environmental, and geopolitical costs associated with the rare-earth materials used in most electric motors. Why EV ...