Glossary · Mechanism
Fly-wheel
A heavy wheel used to store kinetic energy and smooth out motion.
Explanation
In a chiming clock or repeater, the fly (a small fan-like governor) uses air resistance to regulate the strike speed.
Glossary · Mechanism
A heavy wheel used to store kinetic energy and smooth out motion.
In a chiming clock or repeater, the fly (a small fan-like governor) uses air resistance to regulate the strike speed.