Geneva Wheel

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A Geneva wheel is a mechanical device that converts rotational motion into intermittent, reciprocating motion. It consists of a central hub with equally spaced teeth, which mesh with a pinion gear that rotates around the circumference of the wheel. As the pinion gear turns, it causes the hub to rotate in short, quick intervals, creating an oscillating movement. This type of mechanism is commonly used in various applications such as clocks, machines and other devices requiring intermittent action.