Michael Klements | How To Make A Solar Powered Mendocino Motor @MichaelKlements | Uploaded March 2020 | Updated October 2024, 3 hours ago.
In this video, I'll be showing you how to make your own solar powered Mendocino motor. A Mendocino motor is one of the most simple forms of brushless motor, whereby solar panels mounted onto the rotor generate current through the windings, which in turn produce torque on the rotor. The solar panels are connected in opposite polarities, such that the reversing of current in each winding is achieved automatically when a panel is rotated from the light side to the dark side of the rotor. You can also make this type of motor with low friction ball bearings.

Here's a step by step written guide to making your own motor - the-diy-life.com/make-your-own-solar-powered-mendocino-motor

Parts List and Purchase Links:
7 Neodynium Magnets - amzn.to/2WfW5Uy
0.2mm (32 Gauge) Magnet Wire - amzn.to/2vpTmwQ
4mm (5/32") Wooden Dowels - amzn.to/38MZqgB
53x18mm Solar Cells - amzn.to/2vZBpFM
Glue Sticks & Glue Gun - amzn.to/2WfeTmT

Download 3D Printed Components - bit.ly/2IUCFMV
3D Printer Used In Video - amzn.to/3aYDssg

If you’ve got any suggestions for DIY projects or tutorials, let me know in the comments section below.