toggle joint
toggle joint · toggle joints
A mechanical linkage of the type of an elbow joint or kneejoint, consisting of two…A mechanical linkage of the type of an elbow joint or kneejoint, consisting of two bars so connected that they may be brought quite or nearly into a straight line, and made to produce great endwise pressure when brought into this position.
Meaning
1 sensesA mechanical linkage of the type of an elbow joint or kneejoint, consisting of two bars so connected that they may be brought quite or nearly into a straight line, and made to produce great endwise pressure when brought into this position.
More definitions
- a joint made by two arms attached by a pivot; used to apply pressure at the two ends by straightening the joint
Translations
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plural: toggle joints| Singular | toggle joint |
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