Using a Servo motor as load on a system

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A servo motor can be used as a load in a system, effectively simulating a dead weight. When connecting a second motor to apply load, it is crucial to consider whether it will receive current or run in reverse, as this can impact the first motor's performance. Using another motor as a load may lead to overheating or damage if not properly managed. Electric dynamometers are relevant for understanding how to measure and control the load applied by the motor. Proper configuration and understanding of the system dynamics are essential to avoid burning out the motor.
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Can a Servo motor (or any electric motor) be used as a load on a system ? meaning can it reprisent for example a certain dead weight ?

If we had a motor driving some gears connected to the shaft of the motor, In order to apply a certain load on the system could i put another motor on the other end ? will that burn the motor ? how would the load be applied should the second motor receive current ? or run in reverse ?
 
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Google Dynamometers and then Electric Dynamometers .

See also Brake Motors .

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