Physics Lab Project: Design and Build an Electric DC Motor

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The project involves designing and building a DC motor powered by a 6V battery, with specific requirements including no plastic parts and a runtime of at least 60 seconds. The motor must feature brushes and a commutator, ruling out simple designs. The user seeks advice on suitable materials for the armature and the correct method for wrapping the coil. Suggestions include exploring construction techniques and resources for guidance. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the physics while also addressing practical building challenges.
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Homework Statement


Hey, For one of our final lab projects, we have to (less design and more build) an electric DC motor on a 6V DC battery.

Restrictions/Requirements:
No plastic parts can be used
The motor must run for at least 60 seconds
No simple motors allowed
"not-simple" means, it must have brushes and a commutator.

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The Attempt at a Solution


I know the physics behind it, but I'm having trouble building it. What would be good material for the armature? And do I wrap the coil around the armature and then wrap it around the axle?
Any tips or resources on this would be helpful, thanks in advance.
 
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