used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
camsnounUS /kæmz/
plural of “cam” — a river in east central England that flows past Cambridge to join the Ouse River
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
changingadjectiveUS /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
marked by continuous change or effective action
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
circularadjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrkjələr/
having the shape or form of a circle
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
without stop or interruption
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
convertedverbUS /kənˈvɜːrtɪd/
past form of “convert” — change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
determiningadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənɪŋ/
having the power or quality of deciding
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
devicesnounUS /dɪˈvaɪsəz/
an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase “left to your own devices”
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
eccentricsnounUS /ɪkˈsentrɪks/
plural of “eccentric” — a person with an unusual or odd personality
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
elementnounUS /ˈeləmənt/
an abstract part of something
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
examplesnounUS /ɪɡˈzæmpəlz/
plural of “example” — an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
the point or degree to which something extends
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
GEARINGnounUS /ˈɡɪrɪŋ/
wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
GEARSnounUS /ɡɪrz/
plural of “gear” — a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
how
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From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
illustrationsnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃənz/
plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
irregularadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈreɡjələr/
contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/
plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
mechanicaladjectiveUS /məˈkænɪkəl/
using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
mechanismnounUS /ˈmekənɪzəm/
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
and nothing more
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
and nothing more
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
pinionnounUS /ˈpɪnjən/
a gear with a small number of teeth designed to mesh with a larger wheel or rack
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
Pinions
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From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
rackverbUS /ræk/
go at a rack
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
RacksnounUS /ræks/
plural of “rack” — framework for holding objects
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
reliedverbUS /rɪˈlaɪd/
inflected form of “rely” — have faith or confidence in
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
selectedadjectiveUS /səˈlektɪd/
chosen in preference to another
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
the display of a motion picture
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
speciallyadverbUS /ˈspeʃəli/
in a special manner
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
move hurridly
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
successive (without a break)
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
suggestionsnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
in or at that place or location
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
transmitverbUS /trænzˈmɪt/
transfer to another
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
typesnounUS /taɪps/
plural of “type” — a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
universaladjectiveUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəl/
of worldwide scope or applicability
From this reading Racks and Pinions.--The rack and pinion is the most universal piece of mechanism for changing motion.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading The following illustrations do not by any means show all the forms which have been constructed and used in different machines, but they have been selected as types merely, in order to give the suggestions for other forms.
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
From this reading This can be done only by using gearing in some form, or such devices as require teeth to transmit the motion from one element to the other.
variedadjectiveUS /ˈverid/
characterized by variety
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
in or at the place that
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While cams and eccentrics may be relied on to a certain extent, there are numerous places where the motion must be made positive and continued.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading GEARS AND GEARING For the purpose of showing how motion may be converted from a straight line or from a circular movement into any other form or direction, and how such change may be varied in speed, or made regular or irregular, the following examples are given, which may be an aid in determining other mechanical devices which can be specially arranged to do particular work.
