Mechanisms — linear ratchet

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Two-pawl Continuous Rectilinear Ratchet Bar diagram
Two-pawl Continuous Rectilinear Ratchet Bar Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Uses & Formula
How a two-pawl continuous rectilinear ratchet bar works, with formulas, worked example, and real applications in lifting jacks, presses, and stage rigging.
Rack and Pawl diagram
Rack and Pawl Mechanism: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Formula, and Real-World Uses
How a Rack and Pawl mechanism converts reciprocating motion into one-way linear indexing — design rules, formulas, and real applications in lift jacks and presses.
Lever to Slotted Rack via Two Hooked Pawls diagram
Lever to Slotted Rack via Two Hooked Pawls: How This Indexing Mechanism Works, Parts & Uses
How a lever drives a slotted rack through two hooked pawls for one-way indexing — used in counters, ticket machines, and bag-tag printers. Geometry, formula,...