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Bushing

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Reduces wear between two surfaces that slide against each other.

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Cam

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Converts rotational motion to linear or oscillatory motion.

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Piston

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Moves within a cylinder to convert chemical energy into mechanical work in engines.

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Lead Screw

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Converts rotary motion to linear motion with high accuracy.

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Pulley

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Changes the direction of the applied force and reduces the force needed to lift objects.

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Screw

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Converts angular motion into linear motion or it can fasten materials together.

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Shaft

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Transmits torque and rotational motion.

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Damper

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Dissipates energy to reduce or prevent oscillations in a mechanical system.

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Gear

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Transmits torque by engaging with another gear or rack.

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Valve

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Controls the flow and pressure of a fluid in a system.

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Coupling

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Connects two shafts together at their ends to transmit power.

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Fan

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Moves air or gas for cooling or ventilation purposes.

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Roller

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Supports and moves a load across its surface.

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Hydraulic Motor

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Converts hydraulic pressure and flow into torque and angular displacement (rotation).

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Ratchet

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Allows continuous linear or rotary motion in one direction while preventing motion in the opposite direction.

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Chain

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Used for transmitting mechanical power with high efficiency and torque capacity.

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Seal

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Prevents the passage of fluids through the space between two mating surfaces.

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Sprocket

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Wheel with teeth that meshes with a chain or track.

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Worm Gear

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Allows transmission of torque at 90 degrees and provides a high reduction ratio.

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Flywheel

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Stores rotational energy for smoothing out energy fluctuations of a rotating system.

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Bearing

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Reduces friction between moving parts and supports radial and axial loads.

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Pump

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Moves fluids (including gases) from one location to another.

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Belt

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Transfers power between pulleys in a drive system.

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Clutch

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Engages and disengages power transmission from driving shaft to driven shaft.

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Crankshaft

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Converts the reciprocating movement of pistons into rotational motion.

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Key

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Secures a gear, pulley, or other rotating component to a shaft to prevent relative movement.

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Spring

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Stores mechanical energy and can exert force when compressed or stretched.

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Welding

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Joins two materials (typically metals or thermoplastics) by causing coalescence.

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Brake

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Applies friction to slow down or stop motion in machinery and vehicles.

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O-Ring

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Provides a tight seal between two components, typically to prevent the escape of air or fluids.

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Turbine

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Extracts energy from a fluid flow and converts it into useful work.

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Compressor

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Increases the pressure of a gas by reducing its volume.

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Universal Joint

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Allows a bend in the rotation axis, enabling power to be transmitted at an angle.

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Linear Actuator

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Converts energy into straight line motions, typically for positioning applications.

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Washer

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Spreads the load of a threaded fastener and provides a smooth surface for the nut or bolt to press against.

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Heat Exchanger

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Transfers heat between two or more fluids without allowing them to mix.

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Thermocouple

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Sensors for measuring temperature, consisting of two wire legs made from different metals.

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Transmission

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Transfers power from the engine to the wheels and allows the car to change gears.

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Helical Spring

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A type of spring commonly used to store energy or to resist compression or tension forces.

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Nut

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Secures a bolt or screw to another object, typically by being threaded onto the shaft of the bolt.

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Spacer

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Maintains a set distance between components or parts within an assembly.

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Pressure Gauge

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Measures the pressure of a fluid within a system.

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Filter

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Removes impurities and contaminants from fluids or air by passing them through a medium.

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Gearbox

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A mechanical unit that houses gears to provide speed and torque conversions from a rotating power source to another device.

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Elastomer Coupling

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A type of coupling that uses elastic components to transmit torque and accommodate misalignment.

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Rivet

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A permanent mechanical fastener used for joining plates or sections together.

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