What types of products qualify as "mechanical"? Take a look around you; every day items such as bicycles, engines, chairs, structures, computer parts, airplanes, trains, bridges, etc., have all possibly been designed by mechanical engineers. In particular, look at a bike. My decision to make mechanical products began with the bicycle. In this simple structure, three-four bars must rely on each other and support the other pieces of the bike to keep the frame intact. Also, the wheels are made up of dozens of spokes which keep the wheels from collapsing as you drive over road bumps. In addition, the whole drive system is powered by your legs pushing on pedals acting on a chain, in turn acting on a sprocket and gear assembly driving the rear wheel. The bicycle is a perfect example of mechanical engineering.
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