# Electric Motors Are Set for a Big Upgrade Thanks to Benjamin Franklin's Ideas! ⚡

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/electric-motors-are-set-for-a-big-upgrade-thanks-to-benjamin-franklins-ideas/294195>\
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**Tags:** tools, technology\
**Created:** [October 22, 2024, 2:37am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/electric-motors-are-set-for-a-big-upgrade-thanks-to-benjamin-franklins-ideas/294195 "2024-10-22T02:37:45Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 22, 2024, 2:37am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/electric-motors-are-set-for-a-big-upgrade-thanks-to-benjamin-franklins-ideas/294195/1 "2024-10-22T02:37:45Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **Revival of Franklin’s Idea**  
Scientists are reviving Benjamin Franklin’s concept of electrostatic motors to create more efficient electric motors, moving away from traditional designs.

2. **High Efficiency**  
Electrostatic motors could be up to 80% more efficient than standard electric motors, offering significant energy savings and enhanced performance.

3. **Reduced Material Needs**  
These motors do not require rare-earth elements or large amounts of copper, making them more sustainable and less reliant on costly materials.

4. **Potential Applications**  
The new motors could improve various systems, including air conditioning, logistics, and renewable energy generation, and even be used in small drones.

5. **Commercialization Efforts**  
Startups like C-Motive Technologies are actively seeking partnerships with companies such as FedEx and Rockwell Automation to bring these innovative motors to market.

**Read more at:** [MSN](https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/electric-motors-are-about-to-get-a-major-upgrade-thanks-to-benjamin-franklin/ar-AA1sx6EQ)