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Bell-crank Lever

  • Definition: A lever consisting of two arms generally positioned at right angles, sharing a common fulcrum at their junction.
  • Design: The lever’s two arms typically form a right angle, allowing for a change in the direction of force or motion.
  • Application: Used in various mechanical systems to change the direction of motion or to transmit force at an angle. Common in linkages and control systems in machinery and automotive applications.
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