Define Rotor and Stator

[drodriquez]

Guys,
In terms of motors you hear rotor and stator thrown around all the time. Can someone properly define rotor and stator and the difference between the two?

[actionjack]

Motors can be confusing.... or not.

A stator is the name for the windings in a motor that are stationary and coupled to the power input of the motor. Just think stationary.

A rotor is the name for the windings of a motor that rotate, being physically coupled to the motor shaft. Just think rotating.

[brianc75]

Think "stationary windings" and "rotating windings". Motor technology can get way more involved.