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December 21, 2018
In today’s day in age, the automotive industry has a huge role in our everyday lives. We drive or use public transportation to get around almost all the time! It is essential quality standards are put into place to ensure safety. To make sure the materials used in the automotive industry can withstand everyday wear […]
December 10, 2018
Dynamometers are commonly referred to as a dynameter or dyno. They are used to measure power, output, force, and torque. A force is applied to the flexible metallic ring of the dynamometer, it bends, and the applied force is measured. They are used in a variety of industries from laboratory science to manufacturing. Dynamometers are […]
February 6, 2015
What Is Torque? Torque is rotational or turning force and is calculated by multiplying length (measured from “center of drive” to “center of handle) and force. Why Is Torque Important? If torque is not properly applied, it can lead to safety hazards such as stripped threads and premature loosening, or broken fasteners. Any of these […]
November 20, 2013
Torque is defined as the tendency of a force to rotate an object about an axis, fulcrum, or pivot. Just as a force is a push or a pull, a torque can be thought of as a twist to an object. Torque is a measure of the turning force on an object such as a […]