rotarytorquesensor
nounUK /ˈrəʊtəri tɔːk ˈsɛnsə/
US /ˈroʊtəri tɔːrk ˈsɛnsər/
A tool that measures how hard something is being twisted around.
The engineer used a rotarytorquesensor to check how tightly the bolt was turned.
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2. A device in a car's steering system that measures turning force to help the power steering.
The mechanic replaced the rotarytorquesensor in the steering column.
3. An instrument used in wind turbines to monitor twisting force on the shaft.
The turbine's rotarytorquesensor sent data to the control room.
4. A component in robotic joints that reports how much rotational force is applied.
The robot arm's rotarytorquesensor helped it grip the egg without breaking it.