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mechanical system

mechanical systems

Definitions of mechanical system
  1. noun
    a system of elements that interact on mechanical principles
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    fuel injection, fuel injection system
    mechanical system to inject atomized fuel directly into the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine; avoids the need for a carburetor
    linkage
    a mechanical system of rods or springs or pivots that transmits power or motion
    force feed, force-feed lubricating system, lubricating system, pressure feed, pressure-feed lubricating system
    mechanical system of lubricating internal combustion engines in which a pump forces oil into the engine bearings
    assembly line, line, production line
    mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it
    suspension, suspension system
    a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle
    ventilating system, ventilation, ventilation system
    a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air
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    system
    instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity
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