Describe advantages of torque converter over manual transmission system

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Advantages of torque converter : 1. Torque converter varies gear ratio in the range of 3:1 to 1:1 in infinite no. of stages which gives uniform acceleration 2. No need of operating clutch & gear manually 3. It provides driving comfort to driver by avoiding manual interference of gear changing. 4. It allows starting & stopping vehicle without any difficulty.

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