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Intricate Vintage Puzzle Engineering
A crossword exploring key components and terminology of classic vintage puzzle mechanics.
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  • 1. Rotary control used to input combination codes
  • 3. Rotating components forming a lock’s mechanism
  • 5. Coiled component that stores potential energy
  • 7. Device that holds parts in place until released
Down
  • 2. Sliding lock mechanism to secure puzzle elements
  • 4. Enclosure that uses springs to propel a mechanism
  • 6. Simple machine often used to trigger hidden mechanisms
  • 8. Interlocking wheels transmitting motion in puzzles
  • 9. Rotating or sliding piece controlling movement

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