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Originally Posted by HBracer
less force behind it when you dump the clutch.if someone punches you with say 10lbs of force and then with 20lbs of force there is a difference right?
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What does a punch have to do with torque?
Definitions of Torque on the Web:
The force which tends to cause rotation.
www.supertigre.com/glossary.html
The measure of the force applied to produce rotational motion usually measured in foot-pounds. Torque is determined by multiplying the applied force by the distance from the pivot point to the point where the force is applied.
http://www.simpsonanchors.com/catalo.../glossary.html
A twisting action in torsion springs which tends to produce rotation, equal to the load multiplied by the distance (or moment arm) from the load to the axis of the spring body.
www.generalwirespring.com/glossary.html
The rotational equivalent of force, measured in pound-feet.
http://www.clublexus.com/index.php/a...rchive/119/168
The product of a force applied through a lever arm to produce a rotating or turning motion.
www.tiresafety.com/glossary/GlossComp.asp
is to turn the bow to one side when aiming or releasing the arrow.
tucsonarchery.com/Archery_Terms.php
Force exerted in rotation.
www.yourwebassistant.net/glossary/t7.htm
Torsional moment or couple. It usually refers to the driving couple of a machine or motor.
http://www.pneumatic-source.com/reso...ossary/t.shtml