Source Word
torque converter
Noun
(mechanical
engineering)
A
device
that
converts
the
rotational
output
of
a
prime
mover
into
work
by
driving
a
rotational
load.
A
torque
converter
functions
as
a
clutch
and
reduction
gear
to
allow
loose
coupling
between
the
driver
and
the
driven,
letting
the
drive
(such
as
a
motor
or
engine)
rotate
at
different
speeds
from
the
load
(such
as
a
wheel).
Japanese Meaning
トルクコンバータ：（機械工学用語） 主動機の回転出力を、回転する負荷を駆動する形で仕事に変換する装置。クラッチ及び減速機の役割を果たし、動力源（例：モーターやエンジン）と負荷（例：車輪）との間で緩やかな結合を可能にする。
Sense（1）
(mechanical
engineering)
A
device
that
converts
the
rotational
output
of
a
prime
mover
into
work
by
driving
a
rotational
load.
A
torque
converter
functions
as
a
clutch
and
reduction
gear
to
allow
loose
coupling
between
the
driver
and
the
driven,
letting
the
drive
(such
as
a
motor
or
engine)
rotate
at
different
speeds
from
the
load
(such
as
a
wheel).
（ plural ）
