Editing Linear motor (section)

=== Brush ===
[[Brush (electric)|Brushed]] linear motors were used in industrial automation applications prior to the invention of Brushless linear motors. Compared with [[three phase]] brushless motors, which are typically being used today, brush motors operate on a single phase.<ref name=Collins>{{cite journal|last1=Collins|first1=Danielle|title=Are brushed motors suitable for industrial applications?|date=March 15, 2019|url=https://www.linearmotiontips.com/are-brushed-motors-suitable-for-industrial-applications?}}</ref> Brush linear motors have a lower cost since they do not need moving cables or three phase servo drives. However, they require higher maintenance since their brushes wear out.