MƒA teachers can register for this event on the Small-World Network. Other guests can register here.
Gerald D. Fischbach Auditorium
160 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor
The MƒA Thursday Think Speaker Series brings accomplished speakers who dive into cutting-edge topics in STEM education to MƒA. These talks, held once a month throughout the school year, invite MƒA teachers and the general public to learn and engage with these thought leaders and professionals in mathematics, science, and education.
Nikola Tesla was just 21 years old when he created a device that would transform the world. Today, this device is everywhere—in the bathroom, bedroom, living room, and even the garage. Your kitchen likely has at least five of them. What is this revolutionary device? The AC induction motor.
Considered to be Tesla’s greatest invention, the AC induction motor is one of the most reliable, efficient, and widely used tools today and the primary reason homes worldwide use AC current. Invented in the 1800s when other motors used brushes, this motor transfers power wirelessly, making it the most durable spinning device on the planet.
In this talk, tinkerer, teacher, and engineer Jeremy Fielding will teach us how induction motors work, highlighting the role of electromagnetism and making them come alive with props easily transferable to the classroom. The talk will be followed by a hands-on opportunity for teachers to explore, play with, and build their own induction devices.
Jeremy Fielding is a self-taught mechanical engineer with seven years of experience in industrial machine design, prototyping, and automation. He also has a deep love for teaching engineering concepts and demonstrates them through projects on his YouTube channel. Built with teaching in mind, the channel has received over 50 million views and draws an international audience.
Jeremy aims to make complex engineering concepts accessible with clear explanations and engaging real-world applications. His videos on engineering and electric motors are widely used by college classrooms around the world—one of his most watched projects centers on building an industrial-grade robot from scratch.
Jeremy has received several awards, including YouTube’s “Next Up” Award, the Silver Play Button Award, and the Creator Honor Award for best engineering YouTube channel. Jeremy is married with four children who are often seen in his videos as they participate in the build process. In his free time, he enjoys playing board games with his children, learning about other cultures, and practicing his Mandarin Chinese through reading and language exchanges.
