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wrist
Anatomy the joint between the forearm and the hand

wrist [rist]
(anatomy)
The part joining forearm and hand.
(mechanical engineering)
A set of rotary joints to which the end effector of a robot is attached. Also known as wrist socket.


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The engine features piston wrist pins that are offset toward the cylinder wall to reduce the tendency for the piston to rock, and a crankcase ventilation system that is heated to improve cold scavenging.
The Series 140M centerless microfinishing machine is designed to impart micron-level surface finishes to a wide variety of critical cylindrical, single-and multi-diameter parts, such as wrist pins, valve stems, and medical parts up to 178 mm (7") in length, between 4 and 25 mm diameter (0.
As a result, bearings, cylinder liners, piston rings, wrist pins and valve stems can become pitted by acid -- requiring early replacement.
 
 
 
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