====== live hinges ======

^ Techniques infobox ^^
| Image | {{:archive:live-hinges.scad.png?240}} |
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| parts | [[:frames|Frames]], [[:nuts|Nuts]], [[:bolts|Bolts]], [[:washers|Washers]] |
| techniques | [[:bolting|Bolting]] |
| tools | [[:wrenches|Wrenches]] |
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| reversible | true |

[[:category:techniques|Category:Techniques]]

==== Introduction ====

Hinges allow portions of [[:category:projects|projects]] to articulate, swivel, or swing.

==== Challenges ====

Precise alignment if hinges is required for proper function.

==== Approaches ====

[[:frames|Frames]] provide precise alignment and hole placement.  [[:bolts|Bolts]] provide a pin around which to rotate. [[:axial_bearings|Axial bearings]], and [[:thrust_bearings|thrust bearings]] facilitate smooth and we'll supported rotation, [[:washers|washers]] reduce damage to [[:frames|frames]], [[:shaft_collars|shaft collars]] and [[:nuts|nuts]] secure assemblies in place.

==== References ====

[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xo1oKkvCQUg|Watch video on YouTube]]

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