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Esoteric Mechanisms of Puzzle Boxes
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Across
- 1. Small movable component that locks and releases in succession
- 2. Curves that momentarily touch, a principle in smooth sliding joints
- 3. Twisting channel design reminiscent of a coiling snake's path
- 6. Hidden threaded interface mimicking common fastener geometry
- 9. Small ornamental element masking a disengage mechanism
- 11. Secret tab that must be shifted to begin unlocking
- 12. One-way locking gear enabling incremental motion
Down
- 4. Four-sided planar linkage often used to control sliding panels
- 5. Distance a catch must travel to release a compartment
- 7. To engage parts so they cannot move independently
- 8. Rare magnetic actuator named after a high-power oscillator
- 10. Helical groove creating locked rotational movement
- 13. Term describing polished interfaces hiding sliding surfaces
- 14. Rotating component converting circular into linear action
- 15. Array of small rods preventing unintended disassembly
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