A torque converter's first function is to mate the torque from the crank flange to the input shaft of the transmission by using two ... Looking very much like an airfoil in cross-section, ...

In addition to the billet torque converter, PA sent us one of its SFI-approved flexplates so we can be NHRA-legal. ... Previously, our blown Coyote got through the short section in 1.71 seconds.

In this section of How It Works, ... Not only that, a torque converter acts like a clutch in that it allows your truck to stop and the engine to idle with the transmission still in gear.

The torque converters in the 6T40 (205 mm) and 6T45 (236 mm) use a single-plate lock-up clutch and features a “hyper-elliptical” oval cross-section shape.

Traditional automatic transmissions use a torque converter attached to the flywheel at the rear of the engine's crankshaft to create a fluid coupling between the engine and transmission.

The Skoda-Volkswagen India 2.0 cars – Kushaq, Slavia, Taigun and Virtus – will adopt a new Aisin-sourced 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox in 2026, around 6-8 months after their next ...