Function of Each Part of D.C Generator A D.C Generator consists of the following parts: 1. Yoke or magnetic frame 2. Pole cores and pole shoes 3. Field windings 4. Brushes and brush holders 5. End covers 6. Armature core 7. Armature winding 8. Commutator 9. Shaft Fig 1. DC Generaotor Parts 1. Yoke or magnetic frame: The outer most frame is known as Yoke. It is made of high permeability material possessing sufficient mechanical strength. Cast iron is used in small machines and cast steel or rolled steel is employed in large machines. The Yoke serves two fold as: (...