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Old 09-28-2010, 01:18 PM   #21 (permalink)
bennelson
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It doesn't have slip rings.
Slip rings are used when you need to run current to/from something that rotates.

In this case, the permanent magnets rotate, they don't need current.
The electro magnets stay still, so they just have regular cables going to them.

It's easier to show than describe. I'll make sure to take a photo next time I have the thing open.

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