Engineering English
Joint Torque
Mechatronics & Robotics · Last updated: July 30, 2026 · How this entry was written
Definition: Joint torque is the rotational force applied at a robotic joint by its actuator. It is a fundamental parameter in manipulator design and control.
Example in context
“The maximum joint torque of the shoulder motor limits the payload the robot can lift.”
“Omuz motorunun maksimum eklem torku, robotun kaldırabileceği yükü sınırlar.”
Where engineers use it
Joint torque is critical in sizing actuators, selecting gearboxes, and tuning controllers. Engineers must ensure joint torque ratings exceed dynamic loads.
Synonyms: actuator torque, motor torque
Practice: can you use “Joint Torque” at work?
During a lift operation, the learner must calculate the required joint torque at the elbow to hold a given payload at a specific configuration.
Show a model answer
“Check the joint torque specifications to see if the robot can handle the payload.”
“Joint Torque” in 21 languages
| English | Joint Torque |
|---|---|
| Turkish | eklem torku |
| French | couple articulaire |
| German | Gelenkdrehmoment |
| Spanish | par articular |
| Chinese | 关节扭矩 |
| Arabic | عزم المفصل |
| Portuguese | torque articular |
| Russian | крутящий момент в суставе |
| Japanese | 関節トルク |
| Italian | coppia del giunto |
| Vietnamese | mô-men khớp |
| Hindi | संयुक्त टॉर्क |
| Thai | แรงบิดข้อต่อ |
| Indonesian | torsi sendi |
| Korean | 조인트 토크 |
| Bengali | জয়েন্ট টর্ক |
| Dutch | gewrichtskoppel |
| Swedish | ledmoment |
| Finnish | nivelmomentti |
| Ukrainian | крутний момент з'єднання |
Frequently asked questions
What does Joint Torque mean in engineering?
Joint torque is the rotational force applied at a robotic joint by its actuator. It is a fundamental parameter in manipulator design and control. In Mechatronics & Robotics, the term carries a usage-frequency rating of 10/10 in the Engineering English library.
How do you pronounce Joint Torque?
Joint Torque is pronounced /dʒɔɪnt tɔːrk/ (IPA). The Engineering English app plays audio for the term and checks your pronunciation with speech recognition.
How is Joint Torque used in a sentence?
Example from an engineering context: “The maximum joint torque of the shoulder motor limits the payload the robot can lift.”
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