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Default Name for a mechanism

A sort of slip clutch in a gear train that transmits torque until ther
is a jam. Then at a preset back-torque a "ratchet" mechanism engages
making a clicking noise as the drive side turns relatively freely to
protect a motor etc and alerts a user to a problem.