The engineer inspected the stator for signs of overheating before reassembling the motor.

During the refurbishment, the engineers carefully inspected the stators for signs of overheating and insulation breakdown.

The marine worm uses a statoreceptor near its head to detect when its body tilts and to correct its orientation.

Researchers discovered that statoreceptors help certain crustaceans stabilize their bodies while clinging to kelp.