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An electric motor has three main parts:
These three parts work together to convert electrical energy into mechanical motion.
- Stator: This is the stationary part of the motor. It creates a magnetic field, which is crucial for the motor to work. The stator typically consists of coils of wire that carry current to produce this magnetic field.
- Rotor: This is the rotating part of the motor. It sits inside the stator and turns when the magnetic field from the stator interacts with it. The rotor is connected to the output shaft of the motor, which performs the mechanical work.
- Commutator (or Slip Rings): In certain types of motors (like DC motors), the commutator is used to reverse the direction of current flow in the rotor windings, which ensures continuous rotation. In other motors, like AC motors, slip rings might be used instead.
These three parts work together to convert electrical energy into mechanical motion.