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Sturgeon Demonstrates DC Motor
- When
- 1832
- Where
- Adelaide Gallery of Practical Science
William Sturgeon demonstrated a DC electric motor with a commutator at the Adelaide Gallery in London in 1832.
Sturgeon demonstrated a DC electric motor incorporating a commutator at the Adelaide Gallery of Practical Science in London. This device was capable of turning machinery, marking the first practical electric motor. The demonstration occurred in 1832, following his appointment to the gallery's lecturing staff.
Sources
- William Sturgeon Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-07
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