A torque motor is a specialized form of direct current electric motor that can operate indefinitely while stalled without sustaining damage. Built with a wide-diameter toroidal construction that dissipates heat effectively, a torque motor can draw high current while stalled, a capability that sets it apart from standard motors, and some designs use a brushless construction for higher-speed operation. Applications include tape-drive reel motors that hold constant tension regardless of capstan operation, force-feedback steering wheels, engine throttle control paired with electronic governors, and direct-drive actuators in industrial motion-control systems.
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A torque motor is a specialized form of DC electric motor
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