back taper

基本解释

Taper back design, according to Body Engineering, fast speed and stability.
斜背式设计，符合人体工程学，速度快捷，稳定。
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The surface of back taper part located in automotive synchronizer of a car is diffcult to machine.
汽车同步器齿套的倒锥部分是一个比较难以加工的表面。
From theory and practice, it was proved that this cutter could be applied to deal with the back taper well.
经过理论设计及实践的检验证明该刀具是适用的。

In other words, it occupies roughly the same dimensions, but the taper on the back surface does a compelling job of making this feel thinner.
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