Vehicles
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Waterproofing and Sealing Motors for Harsh Environments
Learn proven strategies to waterproof and seal motors for harsh environments, from IP ratings and gaskets to potting, coatings, cable glands, and testing.
Starter to Speed: A Beginner's Guide to Motor Controllers
From brushed to BLDC, learn how motor controllers work, key specs, wiring basics, and how to pick, tune, and protect drivers for smooth, safe motion.
Motor Efficiency Explained: Getting More Work from Less Energy
Discover how motor efficiency works, what IE ratings mean, and practical ways to cut losses, save energy, and get more output from every kilowatt.
Servo, Stepper, or DC: When Each Motor Type Makes Sense
Confused by servo, stepper, or DC motors? Learn how each works, trade-offs in cost, precision, speed, and control, and when to pick the right one.
Sizing a Motor: Calculating Torque, Load, and Duty Cycle
Learn how to size a motor by calculating torque from load and motion profiles, accounting for inertia, gear ratios, duty cycle, and thermal limits.
Brushless vs Brushed: Choosing the Right Motor for Your Project
Unsure between brushed and brushless DC motors? Learn differences, pros and cons, and a simple checklist to pick the right drive for performance and budget.
Troubleshooting Common Motor Failures Like a Pro
Master pro-level diagnosis of motor overheating, bearing noise, voltage imbalance, and winding faults with step-by-step tests, tools, and safety tips.
Quiet Power: Techniques to Reduce Motor Noise and Vibration
From balancing and alignment to PWM strategies and acoustic isolation, learn proven ways to cut motor noise and vibration at the source.