When was Torx created?
1967
by who?
Camcar Textron,
Is it trademarked?
yes
What is it?
a type of screw head
What's special about it?
a 6-point star-shaped pattern
What do people like to call it?
star
Why?
as in star screwdriver
Is there an official generic name?
Yes
What is it?
hexalobular internal
Does this have a shortened version?
Yes
What/
6lobe
Who made this the official name?
International Organization for Standardization
Are there other types of screw heads?
Yes
What are they?
Phillips head or slot head screws
Which one makes the driver cam out?
Phillips heads
Why?
to prevent overtightening
What do Torx stop?
cam-out.
What does a slot head do best?
achieve a desired torque consistently.
Where are Torx starting to get more popular?
in construction industries.
Do you see them on cars?
Yes