cambox

noun

cambox

noun

Etymology From cam + box.

1

Engineering, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A metal "box" that houses cams, in the same manner that a gearbox houses gears.

André took off the cambox covers on a Chapelon and described in detail the action of the valves and the method of setting.1961 March, ""Balmore"", “Driving and firing modern French steam locomotives”, in Trains Illustrated, page 149:

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