Mechanisms — mechanical advance

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Two-pawl Continuous Rectilinear Ratchet Bar diagram
Two-pawl Ratchet Bar: Alternating Action and Mean-rate Calculator
Explore two pawls acting alternately on a ratchet bar. Compare ideal mean advance from entered pitch, action rate and effectiveness.
Continuous Motion Ratchet diagram
Continuous Motion Ratchet: Three-Bevel-Gear Drive and Feed Calculator
Explore a three-bevel-gear ratchet drive that advances on both handle strokes. Compare ideal screw-feed rates from tooth count, pitch and complete cycle rates.