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Escape Wheel

Definition: The escape wheel is a component in a mechanical watch that regulates the release of energy from the mainspring to drive the timekeeping mechanism.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun

A circular wheel with specially shaped teeth that engages with the pallet fork, controlling the movement of the watch's ticking mechanism.

Example sentence: The escape wheel is an essential part of the watch movement, ensuring precise timekeeping.

Sense 2:

Noun

A component in mechanical clocks that provides the necessary force for the pendulum or balance wheel to oscillate.

Example sentence: The escape wheel in the clock mechanism helps regulate the velocity of the pendulum.

Sense 3:

Noun

A breakout board or module used in electronic projects to control servo motors, providing precise control over their rotation.

Example sentence: The escape wheel module allowed the robot to accurately control the movement of its robotic arm.

Sense 4:

Noun

A mechanism in escape rooms used to unlock doors or solve puzzles as part of the game.

Example sentence: The escape wheel required a sequence of complex clues to be solved in order to open the final door.