Two bevel gears meshed at a right angle are most useful for
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Correct answer to question 160 (Mechanical Comprehension): transmitting rotation between two shafts that are not parallel
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Bevel gears have angled teeth cut on a cone shape, letting them transmit power between shafts set at an angle, commonly 90 degrees.
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