What is the Name and Construction Process for Interlocking Gear Mechanisms?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the design of a gear-like circular joint that allows rotation when unlocked. The speaker is looking for advice on how to make this joint out of metal in a basic machine shop. They also mention that they know the joint as "locking screws" or "locking pins" and suggest using a bolt to make the joint stiffer. The conversation concludes with the discovery that this type of joint is called a Hirth Joint.
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I am referring to the gear-like circular faces that interlock when forced together and allow rotation when unlocked on these arms. I want to design one, but I can't seem to find out what its called.

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Any advice as to how to make these out of metal in a basic machine shop is also welcome.

Thanks!
 
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Welcome to PF;
Have a look in the manual that comes with it to find out what the manufacturer calls them.
I know them as "locking screws" or "locking pins" depending on their operation.

The simplest operation is just to have a bolt through the joint - tightening the bolt makes the joint stiffer.
After that you can have all the fun you like with toothed wheels and pins - which will only lock the joint at particular angles.
 
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Well done.:)
 

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