The rotor
Example: Rotor rotates within machine to produce motion or energy
Definition
The rotor is a rotating part of a machine, such as a motor or generator, that spins around an axis to produce motion or energy. It plays a crucial role in converting electrical energy to mechanical energy or vice versa within engineering systems.
Etymology
The word "rotor" comes from the Latin root 'rotare,' meaning 'to rotate.' It was adopted in English to describe parts that revolve or spin, especially in mechanical and engineering contexts. Did you know? The term is closely related to 'rotate,' emphasizing its function in circular motion.
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"The rotor" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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