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Mechanism (engineering)
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Device which converts input forces and motion to output forces and motion
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In engineering, a mechanism is a device that transforms input forces and movement into a desired set of output forces and movement. Mechanisms generally consist of moving components which may include gears and gear trains; Belts and chain drives; cams and followers; Linkages; Friction devices, such as brakes or clutches; Structural components...

Subclass of
engineered physical system
Part of
Machine
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