For this motor it is necessary to gear up by a factor
of 25.
.
A motor used to generate electricity is also
called a dynamo.
Back view





Build the car with pulley drive



or chain drive.
Make the connection from the motor to the axle with the bevelled
gear be chain links on a 16 tooth and 24 tooth gear.
Connect the motor and the generator and turn the handle.
How fast must your turn to get the car started?
Is it easier to keep the car moving than to start it?
Make the ramp by putting two 2 by 4 blocks together at one
side of the green plate and turning it upside down. Place the car
so that it is exactly even with the edge and let go. Can you make the car
go down the ramp? Can it go up?
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