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starting torque
The torque at the bottom of a speed (rpm) versus torque curve. The torque developed by the motor is a percentage of the full-load or rated torque. At this torque the speed, the rotational speed of the motor as a percentage of synchronous speed is zero. This torque is what is available to initially get the load moving and begin its acceleration.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Energy
- Category: Energy efficiency
- Company: U.S. DOE
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