positive clutch
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A positive clutch, also known as a claw clutch, is a type of mechanical clutch that connects or disconnects two rotating shafts. Unlike friction clutches, positive clutches provide a no-slip drive. They work by interlocking jaws or claws, where one part is rigidly attached to its shaft and the other can slide on its shaft to engage or disengage the connection. This allows for a direct and positive engagement between the driving and driven components of a machine.123
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