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Mechanical Keys

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Mechanical Shafts

A shaft is a mechanical part that normally has a circular cross-section. It is used to transmit power through rotation. It provides an axis of rotation for a variety of mechanical components fastened to it such as, sprockets, gears, pulleys, flywheels, and cams. Finally, it is used to control the geometry of their motion while they are rotating.

Pulleys

A pulley is a wheel on an axle or shaft that is designed to change the direction of a cable supporting a load

Pulleys are used to transmit power and may be used in combination to provide mechanical advantage.

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