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. 2023 Oct 26;16(21):6881. doi: 10.3390/ma16216881

Table 2.

The main components of a mechanical valve, summarized from [24].

Component Description Examples
Locking Element One or more moving parts that facilitate the valve’s opening and closing.
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    Ball

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    Single disk

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    Circular or semi-circular set of petals

Cover The cage or ring that houses the locking element, allowing it to move.
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    Graphite-made cage

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    Metal-made cage

Base A ring-shaped component bordered with synthetic fabric, providing the foundation for the valve’s assembly.
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    Ring with synthetic fabric edging