What occurs when you trip the torque monitoring system?

When you trip the torque monitoring system, it activates a "Collision Detect" alarm. This mechanism is designed to protect both the equipment and surrounding personnel by signaling that a potential collision or excessive force has been detected. The torque monitoring system ensures that the applied torque on joints or actuators remains within safe limits. When these limits are exceeded, it indicates that there might be an obstruction or an unsafe condition that needs to be addressed, prompting the alarm to alert operators to take corrective action.

Additionally, it is important to understand the context of the other options. For instance, while some systems may perform diagnostics, this is not typically the immediate response to a torque trip; rather, it focuses on alerting users to intervene. Disabling safety protocols would create significant risks, contradicting the very function of the torque monitoring system, which is to enhance safety. Finally, a complete shutdown is a more drastic action that is not usually the first response. The alarm serves as an essential warning to prevent these severe consequences.