1. Stator: The stator is the stationary part of the motor and consists of a set of electromagnets wound on a metal frame. These electromagnets create a rotating magnetic field when energized.
2. Rotor: The rotor is the rotating part of the motor and is made up of a cylindrical core with slots to hold copper windings. The copper windings are connected to form an electrical circuit.
3. Brushes and Commutator: (DC Motors) Brushes are carbon blocks that slide against the commutator, which is a cylindrical copper ring segmented into multiple sections. The brushes and commutator help to reverse the current direction in the rotor, maintaining continuous rotation.
4. Armature: (DC Motors) The armature is the term used for the rotating part of a DC electric motor. It consists of the cylindrical core with the copper windings.
5. Field Coils: (DC Motors) Field coils are the electromagnets of the stator in a DC motor. These coils are energized by an external power source to create a magnetic field.
6. Bearings: Bearings are used to support the rotating parts of the motor, such as the shaft, and reduce friction.
7. Housing or Frame: The housing or frame is the outermost part of the motor that encloses and protects the internal components. It provides mechanical support and can be made of various materials such as metal or plastic.
8. Shaft: The shaft is a central rotating component that connects the rotor to the external load or mechanical system driven by the motor.
These are the basic components found in many electric motors, but additional parts may be included depending on the specific motor type and design.
