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FIIG:  T129-B

Entry Date:  Sep-05-1986

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  BF

Type:  0

Definition:  A flat circular metallic device with a center mounting area of various configuration (recessed, flat, protruding, shouldered, and the like), it also includes the mating hub, and may include items such as roller cups, studs, and the like. It is a component of a caliper type brake system designed with a flat machine braking surface which may be of a solid, ribbed or space designed for cooling purposes. For a rotor without a hub see ROTOR, DISK BRAKE.

Basic INC:  70610

Basic Name:  ROTOR

Description:  1. (Electrical Rotating Machine) The rotating part of an electrical rotating machine which does not include a commutator. It may include the winding and/or collector rings. 2. (Mechanical Rotating Machine) An item or assembly of items which functions by rotating within the stationary member of a device through the use of hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or thermodynamic energy. It revolves on a diametral axis and maintains the relative position of connected parts, oil passages, and/or other components. The item is primarily designed to develop torque, thrust, or pressure for transmitting concentric or reciprocating motion to associated elements, such as blades, cams, gears, hubs, pistons, valves, vanes, or the like.