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rotor

A rotor is a rotating component within a machine, such as an electric motor or generator, responsible for creating or transferring motion and magnetic fields. In an electric motor, the rotor turns inside a stationary part called the stator, converting electrical energy into mechanical movement. In a generator, the rotor spins to produce magnetic fields that generate electricity. Essentially, the rotor's movement is key to the machine's function, enabling power transformation and mechanical work. It’s a crucial part that moves to facilitate energy conversion in various electrical and mechanical systems.