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Intricate Gearwork and Horological Wonders
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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  • 1. Structural framework anchoring gears and axles in compact machines
  • 2. Delicate mechanism controlling energy release in timekeepers
  • 5. Gyroscopic escapement designed to negate gravitational errors
  • 7. Synthetic rubies often used to reduce friction in pivots
  • 9. Small toothed gear that meshes with a larger wheel
Down
  • 3. To remove excess material revealing inner workings artistically
  • 4. One-directional gear mechanism preventing backward motion
  • 6. Conical pulley system equalizing torque in old clocks
  • 8. Essential tool to tension mainsprings on mechanical marvels
  • 10. Oscillator regulating tempo in miniature chronometers
  • 11. Precise metal plate forming the base of watch movements

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