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Unit 7: Speed, Power, Torque & DC Motors

In this unit, students will learn about the physical principles of speed, power, and torque. They will also learn about DC motors and how these principles apply to them. Students will apply these concepts on a sample mechanical system to calculate key details of the design.

 

 

  • 7.1: Introduction
  • 7.2: Classical Mechanics
  • 7.3: DC Motors
  • 7.4: Arm Design
  • 7.5: Simulate and Size a DC Motor
  • 7.6: Formulas
  • 7.7: Engineering Notebook
6.7: Engineering Notebook up 7.1: Introduction
  • Curriculum Lesson Content
    • Unit 1: Introduction to Engineering
    • Unit 2: Introduction to Robotics
    • Unit 3: Introduction to VEXnet
    • Unit 4: Introduction to Autodesk Inventor
    • Unit 5: THE GAME!
    • Unit 6: Object Manipulation
    • Unit 7: Speed, Power, Torque & DC Motors
      • 7.1: Introduction
      • 7.2: Classical Mechanics
      • 7.3: DC Motors
      • 7.4: Arm Design
      • 7.5: Simulate and Size a DC Motor
      • 7.6: Formulas
      • 7.7: Engineering Notebook
    • Unit 8: Mechanical Power Transmission
    • Unit 9: Drivetrain Design
    • Unit 10: Lifting Mechanisms
    • Unit 11: Systems Integration
    • Unit 12: Testing and the Iteration Process
    • Unit 13: Design your Own Part [optional]
  • Appendices
  • Teacher Materials

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