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Mechanisms

Bell Crank
Bevel Gear
Cam
Cardan Gear
Chain
Crank
Crank Slider
Gears
Geneva Stop
Lever
Linkage
Piston
Pulley
Rack and Pinion
Ratchet
Reciprocator
Quick Return
Wheel
Worm Gear

Compound Mechanisms
The Wheel
The wheel is used to convert rotary motion to linear motion. A central plank of civilisation, there is little point in reinventing it.
© Rob Ives / Flying Pig 2000-2004