Electric motors work by converting electrical energy into mechanical motion or power. They operate based on the principle that a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field experiences a force. The main components of an electric motor include an armature coil, magnets, a commutator, and brushes. As current passes through the armature coil, the magnetic field causes it to rotate. There are several types of electric motors, including DC motors, stepper motors, and servo motors. Electric motors have a wide variety of uses and can be found in appliances, vehicles, machinery, and more.