noun a cylindrical wire mesh or metal enclosure used to house small animals such as squirrels or hamsters
In physics, a squirrel cage resonator is a type of resonator used in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. It is typically made of a conductive material and is used to generate a uniform magnetic field for NMR experiments.
In HVAC systems, a squirrel cage fan is a type of fan that is commonly used to move air in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. It gets its name from its resemblance to a squirrel cage wheel.
In electrical engineering, a squirrel cage is a type of rotor used in an induction motor. It consists of a series of bars connected at both ends by shorting rings, resembling a squirrel cage.
Squirrel cage motors are commonly used in various industrial machinery applications due to their simple design and reliability. They are often used in conveyors, pumps, and other types of equipment.
In literature, the term 'squirrel cage' may be used metaphorically to describe a character's feeling of being trapped or stuck in a repetitive or monotonous situation.
In psychology, the term 'squirrel cage' may be used to describe a thought pattern or behavior that is repetitive and unproductive, similar to a squirrel running on a wheel in a cage.
In engineering, a 'squirrel cage' refers to the rotor design of an induction motor, where the rotor bars resemble a squirrel cage and help to start and run the motor efficiently.