torque converter

torque converter Definition

torque converter

noun

a hydraulic device for transferring and increasing torque: an essential component of an automatic transmission in a motor vehicle

torque converter Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

hydraulic: The hydraulic torque converter is an extension of the principle employed in a hydraulic coupling.

Noun used with modifier

speed: The gearbox was removed and rebuilt with tweaks and an uprated stall speed torque converter.

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