Since its U.S. release in 2000, the Toyota Prius has been the subject of both mockery and admiration. While some deride the hybrid for its inconspicuous look and lack of traditional power, others ...

Inside nearly every cell of your body, the tiny F 1 motor works non-stop to create adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the universal energy source that powers almost every action you take—from breathing to ...

Vector Control, also known as Field Oriented Control or FOC is an AC motor control scheme that enables fine-grained control ...

If you’ve ever shopped for a sports car, you’ll often hear the term “limited-slip differential” (or LSD); you’re probably aware that it’s better than not having one, but it can be unclear exactly what ...

Lithium-ion batteries are what make modern electric vehicles possible. This Engineering Explained video shows how they work, and how they're manufactured. The video is sponsored by LG Energy Solution, ...

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Your e-bike motor is the heart of your ride. It gives you that smooth boost, helps you climb hills, and keeps you moving when the wind is against you. But even tough motors need care. Small mistakes — ...

Motor proteins are tiny "machines" inside cells that use chemical energy to move along molecular tracks and carry out ...