Rotorban

Rotorban is a coined term that appears in limited technical discussions and in speculative fiction to refer to mechanisms or policies that constrain the rotation of a rotor. In technical or engineering contexts, rotorban can describe a protective feature intended to prevent rotor overspeed, overload, or mechanical failure. Such a feature might use sensors to monitor speed, torque, or vibration and respond by applying braking, clamping, or locking action to bring rotation to a safe state.

In fictional or hypothetical settings, rotorban is often invoked as a device or policy that immobilizes rotors to prevent damage, ease maintenance, or enforce control over rotor-powered systems. Because the term is not standardized, its exact meaning varies by source and purpose.

Etymology and usage notes: The term combines 'rotor' with 'ban' and has no single formal definition. It is not widely used in official standards or technical catalogs, and references are largely limited to informal writing and niche media. Related concepts include safety interlocks, overspeed protection, rotor brakes, and clutch mechanisms.