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Timeless Intricacies of Vintage Mechanisms
Explore the fundamental components and concepts behind vintage puzzle mechanics in this engaging crossword.
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Across
  • 1. Gear with angled teeth allowing movement in one direction
  • 2. Rotating toothed wheel used to transmit motion
  • 3. Assembly of rods that transmit motion
  • 4. Wheel on an axle used to change the direction of a force
  • 5. Device for connecting and disconnecting power transmission
  • 7. Force that stretches springs in puzzles
  • 12. Screw-like gear used for large speed reduction
  • 13. Small gear driving a larger gear
  • 14. Central shaft for rotating wheels or gears
Down
  • 6. Simple machine that amplifies force
  • 8. Mechanism that controls and releases energy incrementally
  • 9. Cam-shaped parts that convert rotary motion to linear
  • 10. Elastic component that stores mechanical energy
  • 11. Mechanism activated by turning a key or handle
  • 15. Metal pin used to fasten puzzle parts securely

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