semicircular on the other. Used as a key to hold wheels or gears on a shaft where the end of the key cannot project. Worm Cam-A cam provided with a "worm" or spiral groove or projection. Worm Gear-A gear which is grooved in a spiral or "screw" manner instead of being provided with cogs. Worm and Segment-A form of gearing composed of a worm gear and a sector of a cog-wheel or pinion. Wrist Pin―The pin which holds the connecting rod to the crosshead. |