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2. Cam (mechanism) - Wikipedia

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   A variant of the face cam provides motion parallel to the axis of cam rotation. A common example is the traditional sash window lock, where the cam is mounted to the top of the lower sash, and the follower is the hook on the upper sash. In this application, the cam is used to provide a mechanical advantage in forcing the window shut, and also ...

3. Latch - Wikipedia

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   The electronic cam lock has no mechanical keyhole, only three metal contacts are retained. [4] When unlocking, the three contacts on the head end of the electronic key are in contact with the three contacts on the electronic cam lock. At this time, the key will supply power to the electronic cam lock and read the ID number of the electronic cam ...

4. Slim jim (lock pick) - Wikipedia

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   It acts directly on the levers and interconnecting rods that operate the door, completely avoiding the complexity of dealing with the lock mechanism itself. The hooked end of the tool is slipped between a car's window and the rubber seal, catching the rods that connect to the lock mechanism. With careful manipulation, the door can be opened. [1]

5. Casement window - Wikipedia

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   Variants of casement windows are still the norm in many European countries. They are sometimes opened with a crank, lever, or cam handle, which is placed around hand height or at the bottom and serves as a window lock. [2] A crank, stay, or friction hinge is necessary when the window opens outward, to hold the window in position despite wind.

6. Dihedral synchro-helix actuation doors - Wikipedia

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   The dihedral synchro-helix actuation door system is a type of door with a hinge mechanism which allows the doors to rotate 90° by sweeping outwards and upwards at the hinge. [1] It was designed and developed by Christian von Koenigsegg on behalf of high-performance sports cars manufacturer, Koenigsegg Automotive AB . [ 2 ]

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