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The primary definition of "rotor" is the metal circular disc... usually about 2/3 of an inch and varying in circumferance and removal mechanisms that attaches to the front axle spindle or the front axle out hub by your "studs" (lugs tighted the rotor onto the studs spindle, hub generally). The brakes pads are compressed by the "caliper" the caliper is governed by the brake pedel. YOU press very hard on the brake pedal... the caliper will compress TWO brake pads - on either side of the ROTOR grabbing it with friction and forcing the front axle to stop rotating as pressure is continually asserted upon the "rotor" by the "pads" through the "caliper" by the brake "pedal" applied by you. It is important to keep rotors - clean- straight (non-warped from too much tightening) turned- at each brake chage - have the rotors, as I said "turned" meaning "ground down to a slippery metal surface to optimize the pad application surface upon the rotor and a good contact between the two at EACH application of your foot upon the brake pedel. Lastly.... when buying... pads are a quick fix - rotors are not- sometimes you have to repack bearings and literally fight to get the rotor off... so buy a better grade rotor ... there are at least four (quality) tiers avalable... I see bembro listed quite often in these posts- they are special because they are drilled or slotted to create a cooler environment down there. After heavy stop and go traffic on interstates at night- watch the center area of the front wheels- and you may see a sports car's rotor glowing RED from heat. Anyway... hope this helps. 2dynamic
a brake rotor is the metal surface the brake pad is compressed against to slow down the vehicle. it spins with the wheels.
Answer Depends on what system you are talking about. A brake rotor is part of a disc brake system, and is the large, round, metal thing that your brake pads "squeeze" when applied. The pad contact with the rotor converts engergy of motion to heat energy, and that's what slows your car down. If the ignition system, the rotor is the rotating electrical contact in the distributor that channels voltage from the ignition coil to the individual cylinders.
In electrical engineering terms: in electric motors, dynamos/generators and alternators there are two different pieces used to create the electromagnetic field the units needs to work. the movable one is called the rotor and the fixed part is called the stator.
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What is the difference between salient pole and non salient pole machines?
Rotors used in Synchronous alternators can be classified into 1)Salient and 2)Non-Salient Pole Rotors. Salient pole rotors are used in application with speeds from 100 to 1500rpm. They are alternative known as "projected pole" type of rotors. The poles mounted on the rotor are made of laminations made of steel. The poles are connected to the rotor shaft by means of dovetail joints. Each pole has a pole shoe around which the winding is wound. The salient pole rotor is generally used in applications where the prime mover is a hydel turbine or a combustion engine which have low or medium speeds. Salient pole rotors usually contain damper windings to prevent rotor oscillations during operation. Non-salient pole rotors are generally used in application which operate at higher speeds, 1500rpm and above. The prime movers in these applications are generally gas or steam turbines. These are sometimes known as "drum rotors". The rotor is a cylinder made of solid forged steel. The slots on which the windings are fixed are milled on the rotor. The number of poles is usually 2 or 4 in number. Since these rotors are cylindrical, the windage loss is reduced. The noise produced is also less. These rotors have higher axial length. These rotors do not need damper windings.
What type of supercharger has a positive displacement pump which consist of two rotors inside a housing?
turbo charger
How do the rotors on a windmill and the sail of a sailboat illustrate the same principle?
The principle of lift is well-illustrated by the motion it causes.
Can an aircraft overcome lift without wings or propellers?
No, that is not possible except with rotors. (which I would include among propellers)
Can rotors be recycled?
Yes, rotors can be recycled, particularly those made from metals like cast iron or steel. Recycling facilities can process these materials to recover valuable metals, which can then be reused in manufacturing new products. It's important to check with local recycling centers for specific guidelines and capabilities regarding rotor recycling. Proper disposal and recycling help reduce waste and promote environmental sustainability.
How many rotors on a 2001 Chevy Cavalier?
25 rotors. Cavaliers have 25 rotors on the car.
Why would the front rotors turn after changing the brake pads and rotors?
Possible wrong rotors???
Is there a special rotor for the 2001 Sport Trac brakes?
no nothing special, your typical rotors will do. no nothing special, your typical rotors will do. no nothing special, your typical rotors will do. no nothing special, your typical rotors will do. no nothing special, your typical rotors will do.
Do you need to grind the rotors when placing new brake pads?
If the rotors are in good condition, not warped, not scratched, then you can replace the pads without turning the rotors. Inspect the rotors carefully.
Do you do a wheel alignment before or after changing rotors?
after changing rotors
Change front rotors on 2003 Camry?
Tap on the rotors with a hammer, after removing the tire and wheel and the brake assembly. The rotors will come loose. Slide the rotors off and reverse the process.
What is reciprocating rotors?
A reciprocating engine is different than when using rotors. Rotors are used in a pistonless rotary engine, using one or more rotors and sometimes called rotary pistons.
Are the rotors on a 2000 dodge durango in the front rear or both?
Rotors on the front drums on the rear.
How do you change the front rotors and brakes on a 2000 olds intrigue?
Remove the wheel, the calipers and the rotors, reverse procedure with new rotors.
What causes a warped brake rotor?
Excessive or heavy and continuous braking may warp brake rotors. Braking hard (heating the rotors a lot) and then going through water (which quickly cools the hot rotors) may also cause the rotors to warp. If the brake pads or brake rotors are getting thin, the rotors will warp more easily.
How do you change rotors on a Chevy Lumina?
how to change rotors on a 2001 Chevy lumina
What are helicopter rotors made of?
Titanium or composites. There are also steel and aluminum rotors.
