Torkpunkt

Torkpunkt is a term that appears in Scandinavian languages and may refer to different concepts depending on the context; there is no single, universally recognized definition. In mechanical engineering or applied physics, torkpunkt is sometimes used informally to denote the point on a lever, shaft, or mechanism where torque is applied, transmitted, or measured. It is not a standard technical term in most reference works, and its meaning can vary between manufacturers, manuals, or field-specific jargon.

Linguistically, torkpunkt can be analyzed as a compound of tork (torque) and punkt (point), which explains why the term may surface in Nordic contexts as a rough translation of the English “torque point.” Because of this, the term may appear in multilingual manuals or product descriptions, often in informal or shorthand form rather than as a formal concept.

Beyond technical usage, torkpunkt can also be employed as a label for a project, brand, or fictional location. Given its variability, readers should look for defining context when encountering torkpunkt, such as accompanying diagrams, explicit definitions, or measurements that specify what is being described as the torque point.

See also: torque, lever, shaft, point, Nordic technical vocabulary.